SRPD Social Media Post: On Tuesday evening (8/12/25), SRPD officers arrested Antoinae Tajzahnique Austin, a 30-year-old San Rafael resident, after she assaulted a victim with a knife and threatened another in two different incidents. Austin fled both scenes, prompting a search for her in … [Read more...] about Stabbing in Terra Linda; suspect arrested
Novato
Good neighbors detain woman hitting child in Novato
On July 30 at about 1 p.m., Novato Police officers responded Code 3 (emergency lights and sirens) to an apartment complex on Ignacio Boulevard about a woman hitting a young boy and attempting to steal his bicycle. While officers were on the way, community members restrained the woman, … [Read more...] about Good neighbors detain woman hitting child in Novato
Cops sweep sex registrant homes in Marin; two arrested for allegedly possessing child porn
On Wednesday, July 23, the Novato Police Department, in coordination with the Marin County Sheriff's Office and San Rafael Police Department, conducted a compliance operation on seven registered sex offenders in Marin. People convicted of certain sexual offenses are required to register personal … [Read more...] about Cops sweep sex registrant homes in Marin; two arrested for allegedly possessing child porn
Vaccinations advised for all Bay Area families
As children and families across the region prepare for the upcoming school year, Bay Area health officials urge everyone to make sure your back-to-school checklist starts with getting your child vaccinated. Vaccines are safe, effective, and a routine part of preventative healthcare. They protect … [Read more...] about Vaccinations advised for all Bay Area families
Drifter arrested in Pini Hardware theft
We were alerted to the social media post made by Pini Hardware about a theft at their business last week. Pini Hardware filed an online report, and we investigated possible leads. An aware community member who saw the social media post called Novato Police Dispatch on the evening of Friday (7/11) to … [Read more...] about Drifter arrested in Pini Hardware theft
San Rafael teens arrested in auto burglary case in Novato
NOVATO POLICE REPORT Over the weekend, multiple arrests were made in an auto burglary case, which occurred on Marin Valley Drive on 7/16. Novato Police Detectives received a crime tip last week regarding camera footage of the incident, which showed a clear view of the suspect vehicle (a yellow … [Read more...] about San Rafael teens arrested in auto burglary case in Novato
Out-of-town crew jailed for retail theft in Novato
On July 8, around 4 p.m., Novato Police Officers responded to a report of a theft from a retail store in Vintage Oaks. Staff reported that four people stole about $2,000-$3,000 worth of merchandise from the store. Descriptions of the suspects were provided to the responding officers. The … [Read more...] about Out-of-town crew jailed for retail theft in Novato
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Vegetation fire in Novato knocked down in 25 minutes; started by illegal fireworks
MARIN COUNY FIRE DEPARTMENT At approximately 2 a.m., dispatch received reports of a vegetation fire near Vineyard and Meadow Lane in Novato. A wildland response was activated, deploying key resources including four County Type-3 engines, a dozer, and support from our partners at Novato Fire … [Read more...] about Vegetation fire in Novato knocked down in 25 minutes; started by illegal fireworks
Novato woman, 54, pulled over for DUI; suspended license and meth found in her car
At around 8:43 a.m. on June 28, 2025, Novato Police Officers were alerted to a suspected intoxicated driver in the area of Redwood Boulevard and Delong Avenue. Officers began searching for the car, locating it near South Novato Boulevard and Sunset Parkway. The driver was contacted and … [Read more...] about Novato woman, 54, pulled over for DUI; suspended license and meth found in her car