Crime & Safety

UPDATE: Burglary Suspect Not Found in Search

The 700 block of Holmes Street, near Aaron Street, was temporarily closed Wednesday due to a police investigation.

Police continue to search for a high-risk parolee as part of a burglary investigation, Officer Dave Blake said.

At around 11 a.m. Wednesday, a SWAT team was called to the 700 block of Holmes Street, near Aaron Street. Officers believe the wanted parolee, Jay Marcus Johnson, was inside his home in the area.

Johnson, 22, was not found in the search. He is a suspect in a Jan. 10 burglary and is considered armed and dangerous, Blake said.

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Police officers during the investigation redirected traffic on nearby streets to avoid the area. The streets reopened shortly after 12 noon.

Johnson is described as a black male, standing 5 feet 8 inches tall, 150 lbs, black hair and brown eyes.

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During the investigation, police learned the following information:

  • Johnson is currently on California Department of Corrections (CDC) Parole for robbery.
  • A parole revocation warrant had already been issued for Johnson’s arrest by CDC prior to this investigation.
  • The warrant lists Johnson as, “armed and dangerous.”
  • Additionally, witnesses report Johnson has been seen with a handgun in his waistband.
  • His criminal history includes robbery, possession of a concealed handgun, and resisting arrest.

Message from Livermore Police:

If you have any information concerning the whereabouts of Johnson, please contact Detective Marc Plute at 925-371-4755. Please do not attempt to contact or apprehend Johnson if seen.

The Livermore Police Department is committed to the safety and security of the citizen’s of Livermore. We regret any inconvenience to those affected by the nature of this police activity.

Special thanks to the East Bay Regional Parks Police Department for the loan of equipment and personnel used in this operation.


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