Bay Bridge
Coverage of Bay Bridge in the Nexus archive.
- What is causing the overnight Bay Bridge backups, leaving drivers frustrated? Caltrans responds
Caltrans is considering changes after complaints about growing overnight delays on the Bay Bridge. Drivers are frustrated by the increasing traffic backups during nighttime hours.
- At least 1 dead after multi-vehicle crash on Bay Bridge
A multi-vehicle crash on the Bay Bridge resulted in at least one death. California Highway Patrol officers responded to the crash on eastbound I-80 near the Treasure Island offramp just before 4 a.m. Saturday.
- Officer critically injured in shootout with suspects in Bayview District
An officer and several suspects were injured in a shootout with San Francisco police in the Bayview District late Sunday night. The incident occurred after police received an alert about a robbery suspect vehicle crossing the Bay Bridge around 10:30 p.m.
- SF officer critically wounded in shootout after police chase; suspect also severely hurt
A San Francisco officer and a robbery suspect were critically injured during a police chase and shootout, leading to the suspect's arrest and recovery of two firearms. Both individuals were hospitalized with life-threatening injuries, and multiple agencies are investigating the incident.
- Police trap horde of riders on dirt bikes, ATVs on Bay Bridge following unruly street takeovers
Police conducted a two-month operation targeting a group of riders who took over city streets and disrupted public safety in the San Francisco Bay Area, resulting in a police trap on the Bay Bridge. The riders were on dirt bikes and ATVs. The operation aimed to restore public safety.
- Video shows bridge turn into burnout bonanza in stunt-happy takeover – police swoop in to cuff road rebels
Nine people were arrested and 77 ATVs and dirt bikes seized after a wild takeover shut down traffic on the Bay Bridge in California. The Oakland Police Department worked with regional partners to safely coordinate arrests and vehicle seizures. The takeovers have become a regional problem, with multiple incidents occurring in recent months.
- Police trap dozens of motorcyclists during takeover on California bridge
Dozens of motorcyclists were trapped on the Bay Bridge during a takeover, resulting in the seizure of nearly 80 dirt bikes and ATVs. The coordinated law enforcement operation occurred on May 3. The Oakland Police Department was involved in the operation.
- Video shows alleged car thief dangle under bridge after wild chase, sparking tense standoff with police
A suspected car thief in San Francisco evaded police for 30 minutes, leading to a high-speed chase and a tense standoff where he climbed under the Bay Bridge, dangling from crossbeams before surrendering. Police used drones and multiple agencies to track and capture the suspect, crediting technology for the safe resolution.