CHP Operation in Oakland Recovers Over 3,000 Stolen Vehicles and Makes Nearly 2,000 Arrests

Governor Newsom highlights year-long initiative's results, including advanced technology use and questions on arrest outcomes.

Since February 2024, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) operation in Oakland and the East Bay has resulted in 3,217 stolen vehicles recovered, 1,823 arrests, and 170 firearms seized.
In 2025 alone, the operation has already led to 398 arrests, 614 vehicle recoveries, and the seizure of 30 firearms.
The initiative includes the deployment of 480 high-tech cameras, with 190 on state highways and 290 in Oakland, aiding enforcement efforts.
Governor Gavin Newsom praised the operation's impact on combating property theft, violent crime, and gun violence, while emphasizing collaboration with local law enforcement.
Questions remain about the disposition of arrests and the operation's effectiveness compared to previous years, as CHP has not disclosed detailed data or outcomes.