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San Jose police arrest suspect for six armed robberies
Summary by The San Francisco Editorial Desk Ryan Mense , as published by KRON4 (KRON-TV)
· August 6, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The suspect, identified as 35-year-old Andrew Fiddler of Campbell, is believed to have targeted convenience stores, smoke shops, and motels during a month-long crime spree.
A suspect has been arrested in connection with a series of armed robberies in the South Bay area. The San Jose Police Department announced the arrest on Thursday. The suspect, identified as 35-year-old Andrew Fiddler of Campbell, is believed to have targeted convenience stores, smoke shops, and motels during a month-long crime spree.
Further details about the arrest and the robberies are available from the San Jose Police Department, including information about a specific incident that occurred on June 18.
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Category: safety Published: August 6, 2026 Source: KRON4 (KRON-TV) Reading time: 1 min
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