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Police arrested a Dublin man in connection with two burglary incidents Friday night, including one in which he was allegedly caught trying to break into the Danville Library.
Matthew Hammack, 30, was booked into the Martinez Detention Facility on suspicion of burglary and attempted burglary, according to Danville police chief Steve Simpkins.
The investigation began after a resident called police to report a person attempting to break into the library on Front Street around 10:38 p.m. Friday, Simpkins said.
Two police officers arrived within minutes, searched the perimeter and found a man who appeared to be using a tool to pry open a library door, according to Simpkins. The man, later identified as Hammack, was taken into custody.
Around that time, police received a second call reporting a stranger having left a building with several items a couple of blocks away, in the 600 block of Hartz Avenue, the police chief said.
Officers at the library recognized the second break-in suspect description as matching Hammack, and further investigation prompted police to charge Hammack in connection with the Hartz Avenue incident as well, according to Simpkins.
The police chief credited the efforts of the two residents who called authorities to report the suspicious incidents.
“It is exactly this sort of partnership, between the Danville Police Department and the community, which makes Danville the great place that it is,” Simpkins said, adding, “And a place that criminals should avoid.”
Excellent that observant neighbors reported these incidents to help reduce crime.
More need to be watchful as well as report when they see something wrong happening. Not frivolous calling but actual concrete criminal to alert police to prevent added harm.
Please supply police numbers we should all have in our phones to report crimes immediately. I think we call a sheriff substation if it is after hours but many of us are unclear as to what to do.
Thank you!!
The non-emergency number is 925-646-2441. Do not worry about after hours etc., the amazing people that answer the calls will direct the info to where it needs to go, trust me they do a great job! The issue is that MOST people do not want to get involved. When you call to report anything you are asked if you want contact. We must be aware of what goes on in our community and not be afraid to report the negative, in order to keep the crime in our great area LOW!
Good morning,
Good questions, thanks for asking. And thanks Danville Girl for the info you provided.
When it comes to reporting a crime to the police, 911 is the best way to go.
When it comes to non-emergency communication, Danville Girl’s number is a valid one, but for Danville residents, I would recommend using the (925) 820-2144 number. That is the PD’s non-emergency line.
If you happen to see something suspicious, don’t hesitate to let us know.
We are very grateful for the communication we have with our community and we want to keep those lines open. So, remember, if you see something, say something!
Have a great day!
Geoff
Geoff Gillette
Public Information Coordinator
Town of Danville
(925) 314-3336
email – ggillette@danville.ca.gov