STATISTICAL HIGHLIGHTS, August 8 - August 15, 2026 , Weekly Arrests , (Includes cite/released): 55, Homicide, 0, Weekly Calls for Service: , 1,869, Assault—Great Bodily Injury, 2, Weekly Reports Taken:, 134, Burglary— Non Residential , 4, Weekly Complaints, (against HPD), :, 1, Burglary—Residential , 1, Weekly Calls Received:, 4,908, Theft , 23 This data is subject to change and based on crimes that were reported to have occurred during the time frame of this report. Some reports may yet to be initiated and/or reclassified during investigations. , Theft From Auto , 9, Robbery , 6, Vehicle Theft , 15, Mental Health Calls , 14, Reports of Gunfire , 3, Significant Incidents, ROBBERY:, On 8/10/2026 at 12:23 PM the victim was making an Amazon delivery near the 800 block of Alonda Ct. when he was approached by a subject who insinuated he had a weapon. The subject demanded the victim’s delivery vehicle, and the victim complied out of fear for his safety. Officers later located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop. The driver was arrested, and the vehicle was recovered. (Report…, ROBBERY:, On 8/12/2026 at 10:23 PM the victim was stopped at a red light in her vehicle when a subject shattered her window and stole her purse. A witness captured the incident on a Tesla dashcam, which provided a description of the subject and the getaway vehicle’s license plate. The vehicle was entered into stolen vehicle system (SVS) and was later located by the Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Office in…, VEHICLE RECOVERY:, On 8/13/2026 at 10:06 PM officers were alerted to an occupied stolen vehicle and located the vehicle traveling northbound on I-880. Officers conducted a high-risk traffic stop in San Leandro and detained the driver and passenger. The stolen vehicle was recovered. The driver was arrested for vehicle theft-related charges and outstanding warrants, while the passenger was arrested for outstanding…
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California law and the City of Hayward’s Wildland-Urban Interface Code establish defensible space requirements for residential properties exposed to wildfire risk. Beginning July 1, 2021, California Civil Code Section 1102.19 requires sellers of residential properties in High or Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones to provide documentation showing that the property complies with applicable…, Check whether your property is in a covered zone, A residential property is covered by this inspection program if it is: Located in a High or Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone; or Located within the City of Hayward’s Wildland Urban Interface. Use the Fire Hazard Severity Zone Viewer below to determine whether your property is located in a High or Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone. Fire Hazard Severity Zone Viewer Properties within…, Request an AB-38 inspection, Property owners and their authorized representatives may request a defensible space inspection through contacting the Fire Inspection office at HaywardFirePermits@hayward-ca.gov . In the email, include the following information: Name and email of the homeowner and real estate agent (if applicable) Site address of the inspection The Fire Inspection office will then work with you to establish a…, What happens after you apply?, A Hayward Fire Department inspector will evaluate the property for compliance with applicable defensible space requirements. If the property complies, the Department will issue a Certificate of Compliance to the authorized representative and homeowner. If corrections are required, the applicant will receive a list of items that must be addressed before a certificate can be issued. The property…, Questions?, Contact: Fire Marshal's Office at haywardfirepermits@hayward-ca.gov or call (510) 583-4900.
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The Hayward Executive Airport is pleased to host its annual open house. This free event offers a variety of entertainment, including: Static Aircraft Displays Classic Cars Police and Fire Equipment Food Vendors, Directions and parking, The Hayward Airport Open House will be held at 20301 Skywest Drive, Hayward, CA 94541 . From Interstate 880, take Exit 29 at West A Street and head west. Turn left onto Skywest Drive and follow the signs for Event Parking. While some street parking is available, most of our attendees should plan to park in the Home Depot parking lot at 21787 Hesperian Blvd . or in the lot behind the La Quinta…
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Fatal Collision- Intersection of Harder Rd and Soto Rd, HAYWARD, Calif., On Monday, August 31, 2026, at approximately 12:10 a.m., officers responded to the report of a collision involving a vehicle and bicyclist near the intersection of Harder Rd and Soto Rd. Officers arrived and located all involved parties. The driver, a 52-year-old adult male and Hayward resident, was on scene when officers arrived. He was cooperative and provided a statement…
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About the Means-Based Fare Subsidy, HOP offers Means-Based Fares to eligible clients based on income. If you are enrolled in the Means-Based Fare subsidy, HOP rides will be provided at no cost. To qualify, applicants must: Enroll in HOP and be in good standing, and Meet HUD very low-income guidelines (see below)., To Apply, To be considered for the additional MBF subsidy, please submit proof of enrollment in one of the following: Social Security benefit statement (Social Security, SSI, SSDI) Medi-Cal CalFresh WIC CalWORKs General Assistance (GA) Cash Assistance Program for Immigrants (CAPI) If riders are not able to verify using any of the above options, please provide: Three recent pay stubs Two recent bank…, Please mail, email or fax your documentation to HOP., Once all the required documentation is received, staff will review your request. You will be notified of the status of your request. You will be notified of the status of your application within 5-10 business days. Please let us know if you would like us to return your documents by mail., Eligibility - FY 2026 HUD Very Low-Income Limits (maximum income/household size), # Persons in Household: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Very Low Income Limits: $59,400 $67,900 $76,400 $84,850 $91,650 $98,450 $105,250 $112,050, Contact, If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our office at (510) 583-4230 Ext. 1 or paratransit@hayward-ca.gov .
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE , September 3, 2026 Officer Jessica Banuelos 510-293-7064/Jessica.banuelos@hayward-ca.gov, Safe Drives Save Lives: Make the End of Summer Memorable, Hayward, Calif. – Before the summer season winds down, The Hayward Police Department wants everyone to kick off their Labor Day festivities with safety at the forefront. Make the decision that saves lives. Choose safety every time you get behind the wheel and never drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs. To help keep our community safe, the Hayward Police Department will have additional…, , Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over, . “Enjoying the last days of summer should be all about fun and that starts with making safe choices before making plans,” Sergeant Rodney Johnson of The Hayward Police Department said. “Everyone deserves to get home safely and it starts with your everyday actions.” According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 11,904 people were killed in drunk-driving crashes in the U.S. in…, Plan Ahead, : If you know you’ll be drinking, arrange for a designated sober driver, call a ride-sharing service, taxi or use public transportation., Buckle Up, : Wearing a seatbelt is one of the simplest ways to protect yourself in the event of a crash., Stay Alert, : Avoid distractions such as texting or eating while driving. Keep your focus on the road., Follow Speed Limits, : Speeding reduces your reaction time and increases the severity of crashes., Watch for Pedestrians and Bicyclists, : With more people enjoying outdoor activities, be extra vigilant and look out for people biking and walking. , Take Breaks, : If you’re traveling long distances, take regular breaks to rest and avoid fatigue. While drunk driving is a significant traffic safety problem, driving while impaired is not just from alcohol. Prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications and cannabis products may also impair. If you plan on drinking or taking medications with a driving warning label, let someone who is sober drive. If you…, # # #
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Hayward City Hall will be closed, and nonessential municipal services will be paused , Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026,, in observance of California Admissions Day. City Hall will reopen and municipal services will be restored to their regular schedule,, Thursday, Sept. 10, . Specific information about departments, programs, and services during this period is provided below:, Street Sweeping, : No street-sweeping or citation enforcement will occur during the closure. Street-sweeping will resume its regular schedule the day following the closures. Review the schedule, here, ., Hayward Public Library, : Both branches will be closed. Online check-outs of books, movies, and more are available via the digital library, here, ., Permit Applications, : New permit applications and resubmittals can be submitted through the Hayward e-Permits Portal during the closure. Staff will begin reviewing materials after Sept. 10, 2026. For more information, visit the, Permit Center, ., Hayward Police Department Customer Service Counter, : The counter will be closed, regular business hours will resume on Thursday, Sept. 10., Hayward Animal Shelter:, The Hayward Animal Shelter will be closed. To report in-progress dog attack or animal cruelty, dial 9-1-1. To report a sick or injured animal, call the police department’s non-emergency line at, (510) 293-7272, . Visit, www.haywardanimals.org, for guidance on found or lost animals, current shelter residents, and details about our programs and services., Revenue Center/Bill Payment, s: Closed for in-person payments. Payments can be made by calling, (510) 583-4636, , using online portals, or the self-service kiosk outside City Hall. Explore alternative payment options, here, ., Water Service Emergency, : To report a water service emergency, call the Hayward Police Department Non-Emergency Dispatch Line at, (510) 583-2700, . For a comprehensive list of city services and resources, including food distribution, shelters, temporary housing, and crisis hotlines, visit, City Services, . Report all other non-emergency issues through our online customer support portal,, Access Hayward, .
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Hayward City Hall will be closed, and nonessential municipal services will be paused , Monday, Sept. 7, 2026,, in observance of Labor Day. City Hall will reopen and municipal services will be restored to their regular schedule,, Tuesday, Sept. 8, . Specific information about departments, programs, and services during this period is provided below:, Street Sweeping, : No street-sweeping or citation enforcement will occur during the closure. Street-sweeping will resume its regular schedule the day following the closures. Review the schedule, here, ., Hayward Public Library, : Both branches will be closed. Online check-outs of books, movies, and more are available via the digital library, here, ., Permit Applications, : New permit applications and resubmittals can be submitted through the Hayward e-Permits Portal during the closure. Staff will begin reviewing materials after Sept. 8, 2026. For more information, visit the, Permit Center, ., Hayward Police Department Customer Service Counter, : The counter will be closed, regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, Sept. 8., Hayward Animal Shelter:, The Hayward Animal Shelter will be closed. To report in-progress dog attack or animal cruelty, dial 9-1-1. To report a sick or injured animal, call the police department’s non-emergency line at, (510) 293-7272, . Visit, www.haywardanimals.org, for guidance on found or lost animals, current shelter residents, and details about our programs and services., Revenue Center/Bill Payment, s: Closed for in-person payments. Payments can be made by calling, (510) 583-4636, , using online portals, or the self-service kiosk outside City Hall. Explore alternative payment options, here, ., Water Service Emergency, : To report a water service emergency, call the Hayward Police Department Non-Emergency Dispatch Line at, (510) 583-2700, . For a comprehensive list of city services and resources, including food distribution, shelters, temporary housing, and crisis hotlines, visit, City Services, . Report all other non-emergency issues through our online customer support portal,, Access Hayward, .
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