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San Francisco District Attorney’s Office We have over 200 staff working hard every day to serve the people of San Francisco and fight crime.

The San Francisco District Attorney's Office investigates and prosecutes crime in San Francisco and supports victims of crime. We are made up of prosecutors, victim advocates, paralegals, and other support staff.

10/29/2026

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time to honor survivors and remind everyone in our community that help is here. 💜

Being harmed by someone you trusted, or by anyone at all, can leave you feeling isolated and unsure where to turn. The legal process can add another layer of stress: unfamiliar courtrooms, confusing paperwork, and decisions that feel too big to face alone.

You don't have to navigate it by yourself. Our Victim Services Division advocates work alongside survivors and their families from the first interview through the final outcome of a case. They explain what's happening and why, help you understand your options, and make sure your voice is part of the process. They also connect you with the practical support that helps you stabilize and heal.

Reaching out isn't a sign of weakness. It's a step toward safety, stability, and justice on your terms. Whether the harm happened yesterday or years ago, our advocates are ready to listen and help you figure out what comes next.

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10/28/2026

San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins announced today that her office secured a conviction of John Stoller (41) for felony fi***rm offenses after San Francisco Police Department (SFPD) officers arrested him in the early morning hours of February 14, 2025.

Mr. Stoller was convicted of being a felon in possession of a fi***rm (PC 29800(a)(1)) and carrying a concealed fi***rm (PC 25400(a)(2)).

“This guilty verdict demonstrates that individuals introducing unlawful weapons into our city face accountability,” said District Attorney Brooke Jenkins. “My office remains committed to collaborating with our law enforcement partners to remove illegal fi***rms from the community, safeguard our neighborhoods, and preserve the safety of all residents. Safeguarding the public is our foremost focus, and we will prosecute those who endanger it.”

According to the evidence presented in the case, on February 14, 2025, at approximately 2:51 a.m., SFPD officers observed Mr. Stoller seated in the driver’s seat of a parked Ford van in San Francisco. When officers approached, Mr. Stoller immediately exited the van and fled on foot. Officers pursued and apprehended him, subsequently locating and seizing an unloaded semiautomatic pistol from Mr. Stoller’s backpack.

The case was successfully prosecuted by Assistant District Attorney Patrick Mahoney. The prosecution was supported by the work of the SFPD.

“I want to acknowledge the quick actions of SFPD officers in apprehending Mr. Stoller,” said Assistant District Attorney Mahoney. “With this conviction, we were able to get another unregistered fi***rm off of our streets.”

Sentencing is scheduled for November 19, 2026, in Department 29.

RELEASE: https://sfdistrictattorney.org/man-convicted-of-felony-fi***rm-possession/

10/28/2026

Today, San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins announced that Levi Michael Banks (38) has been charged in connection with a string of hot prowl burglaries in San Francisco that occurred between September 26, 2026, and October 23, 2026.

Mr. Banks has been charged with ten counts of residential burglary (PC 459), vandalism (PC 594(b)(2)), possession of stolen property (PC 496(a)), and theft of access cards and card information (PC 484(e)).

According to court records, on September 26, 2026, between approximately 2:24 AM and 9:35 AM, SFPD received several reports of hot prowl burglaries on the 4100 and 4200 blocks of 24th Street., the 600 block of Elizabeth Street, and the 900 block of Noe Street. By tracking fraudulent purchases made with victims’ credit cards, investigators were able to identify a suspect vehicle and track it using Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) data.

On the morning of October 13, 2026, two homes — one on the 2500 block of Fillmore Street, the other on the 2200 block of Jackson Street — reported to police that they’d been burgled sometime before waking, with a combined loss of over $64,000 in valued property. On October 16, 2026, SFPD responded to a burglary report on the 200 block of 12th Avenue, a multi-unit home with family members in each unit.

On October 23, 2026, officers responded to a triggered silent alarm on the 3700 block of Clay Street at approximately 2:23 AM. Officers arrived on scene and observed the vehicle that had been identified in earlier ALPR searches. They surveilled the vehicle in an attempt to arrest the suspected burglar. At approximately 4:36 AM, Mr. Banks returned to the vehicle, at which point SFPD officers arrested Mr. Banks.

Officers searched the area where Mr. Banks was seen emerging; and located a backpack containing clothing worn by the suspect in surveillance footage in a tradesman path between two homes on Washington Street. The backpack contained personal identifying information belonging to residents of nearby homes, approximately $4,500 in cash, and clothing consistent with the descriptions given to SFPD by victims.

The defendant was arraigned on October 27 and detained by the court. The following court dates have been scheduled: November 3, for defense motion to release the defendant; November 9, for the Preliminary Hearing; and November 10 because the defense has asked for a PC 1001.36 Mental Health Diversion Eligibility Report.

Although charges have been filed, this remains an active investigation. Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to call the San Francisco Police Department Tip Line at 1-415-575-4444 or Text a Tip to TIP411 and begin the text message with ‘SFPD’. You may remain anonymous.

RELEASE: https://sfdistrictattorney.org/man-charged-in-connection-to-string-of-hot-prowl-burglaries/

10/27/2026

Today, San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins announced that David Maldonado Sanabria (29), of San Francisco, was charged with murder in connection to a fatal hit and run. He is charged with murder, (PC 187) driving under the influence of alcohol causing injury (VC 23153(a)), driving under the influence of alcohol causing injury with a blood alcohol level of .08% or higher (VS 23153(b)), and leaving the scene of a crash (VC 20001(a)).

Mr. Maldonado Sanabria is scheduled to be arraigned on October 27, 2026, at 1:30 PM in the Hall of Justice. The District Attorney’s Office will move to have him detained pending trial without bail due to the public safety risk he poses.

According to court documents, on October 1, 2026, San Francisco Police Department (SFPD) officers responded to the intersection of Moscow Street and France Avenue for a report of a pedestrian that had been hit by a vehicle that fled. The truck struck the victim who fell backwards onto the street, and Mr. Maldonado Sanabria allegedly slowed down a little, looked down at the victim, and accelerated away. On October 18, 2026, the victim succumbed to his injuries and his death was pronounced. After a through police investigation, Mr. Maldonado Sanabria was arrested by the SFPD on the listed charges.

Although charges have been filed, and this case is being handled by the San Francisco District Attorney’s Felony DUI Vertical Prosecution Unit, this remains an active investigation. Anyone with information regardingthis case, is asked to call the San Francisco Police Department Tip Line at 1-415-575-4444 or Text a Tip to TIP411 and begin the text message with SFPD. You may remain anonymous.

Funding for the new Felony DUI Vertical Prosecution Unit was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

RELEASE: https://sfdistrictattorney.org/man-charged-with-murder-in-connection-to-fatal-dui-hit-and-run-2/

10/26/2026

Today, San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins announced that her office secured the conviction of Sandra Alvarado-Puentes (32) after a trial by jury for driving under the influence (PC 23152(a)) and driving a vehicle with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.08 or higher (PC 23152(b)).

“I want to thank the jury for their thoughtful deliberation in bringing this verdict,” said District Attorney Brooke Jenkins. “Driving under the influence puts everyone on the road at risk, and we will not tolerate it in San Francisco.”

According to testimony and evidence presented at trial, on December 12, 2026, at approximately 8:30 PM, a California Highway Patrol Officer responded to a report of a collision on US 101 northbound just north of 17th street. Once at the scene, he saw Ms. Alvarado-Puentes’ disabled vehicle in the far-left lane. Upon moving Ms. Alvarado-Puentes to a safe location off the highway, the officer conducted a DUI investigation in which Ms. Alvarado-Puentes performed poorly and refused a breath test. Blood tests established that at the time of driving she had a blood alcohol content over 0.08.

The case against Ms. Alvarado-Puentes was successfully prosecuted by Assistant District Attorney Makena Kershaw with assistance from paralegals Nohemi Torres and Raquel Paz. Prosecutors were able to develop a strong case against Ms. Alvarado-Puentes based on the California Highway Patrol’s thorough investigation and assistance.

“I’m grateful to the jury for their careful attention throughout this trial and their service to the people of San Francisco,” said Assistant District Attorney Makena Kershaw. “This verdict serves as an important reminder that driving under the influence is a choice, and it’s one that puts everyone on our roads at risk.”

The San Francisco District Attorney’s Office takes all driving under the influence cases seriously and seeks to hold offenders accountable in all cases. For the most serious DUI felony cases, the office established a Felony DUI Vertical Prosecution Unit with a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

RELEASE: https://sfdistrictattorney.org/jury-convicts-woman-of-driving-under-the-influence-on-the-us-101/

10/26/2026

San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins announced today that her office has secured the conviction of Michael Thomas Coleman (41) after a trial by jury, following an incident where he harmed the victim in a shared hotel room at the Sunnyside Hotel. Mr. Coleman was convicted of willfully inflicting injury resulting in a traumatic condition upon a victim (PC 273.5(a)), assaulting another person by means of force likely to produce great bodily injury (PC 245(a)(4)), and assaulting another person with a deadly weapon or instrument other than a fi***rm (PC 245(a)(1)).

“I want to thank the jury for their careful consideration of the evidence and our prosecution team for their dedication to securing justice. Most importantly, I commend the courage and strength of the survivor who endured this difficult process,” said District Attorney Brooke Jenkins. “Domestic violence often happens behind closed doors, but no one should have to suffer in silence. Our office remains committed to protecting survivors and holding those who commit domestic violence accountable.”

According to testimony and evidence presented at trial, on August 10, 2026, Mr. Coleman and the victim were staying in a hotel room at the Sunnyside Hotel. A hotel manager asked if they were going to stay or leave. The victim started to pack her belongings. While doing so, Mr. Coleman kicked the victim in the mouth, then punched the victim on her left eye causing visible swelling. Then, Mr. Coleman used a torch-lighter to burn the victim’s head, leaving a visible mark on her face.

The case against Mr. Coleman was successfully prosecuted by Assistant District Attorney Ahmanda Lee with assistance from paralegal, Aaerona Miles, and IT support from Noaeh Pinaire. Victim advocate Alma Garcia and Kendall Anderson worked closely with the victim throughout the pendency of this case.

“While we cannot undo the harm inflicted upon the victim, we can ensure that what happened is not met with silence,” said Assistant District Attorney Ahmanda Lee. “I’d like to thank the jury for their thoughtful deliberations and rendering a verdict that holds Mr. Coleman accountable for his actions on August 10, 2026.”

If you or a loved one needs support, please seek help. In an emergency, call 9-1-1.

Below are additional resources for support:

· National Domestic Violence Hotline (text) START to 88788 or call 800.799.7233
· WOMAN, Inc 24/7 Support Line, 877.384.3578
· Cooperative Restraining Order Clinic (CROC) 415.969.6711
· La Casa De Las Madres Crisis text, 415.200.3575
· A Women’s Place 415.487.2140
· Mission Neighborhood Resource Center 415.869.7977
· Asian Women’s Shelter 24/7 crisis line, 877.751.0880
· Riley Center, St. Vincent de Paul SF – DV Crisis line 415.255.0165
· Black Women Revolt Against Domestic Violence, 888.260.1498 Ext. 1

RELEASE: https://sfdistrictattorney.org/man-convicted-of-domestic-violence-after-sunnyside-assault/

10/22/2026

Today, San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins announced that her office secured a unanimous jury verdict finding that Brian Thompson (58), who was committed to a state hospital following a 1987 murder, has not been restored to sanity. The verdict means Mr. Thompson will remain under the care and supervision of the California Department of State Hospitals.

“This verdict reinforces the importance of ensuring that individuals who have committed serious acts of violence receive the mental health treatment and supervision necessary to protect public safety,” said District Attorney Brooke Jenkins. “Our justice system must balance the rights of individuals receiving mental health treatment with our responsibility to protect victims and the broader community. Today’s verdict ensures that Mr. Thompson will continue to receive the treatment and supervision required by law.”

According to testimony and evidence presented at trial, on March 15, 1987, Brian Thompson murdered an elderly neighbor who had welcomed him into her home and provided him with a place to stay. Mr. Thompson repeatedly punched the victim, slashed her throat, and stabbed her multiple times in the breasts, neck, and va**na. Evidence presented at trial also indicated that the victim had been sexually assaulted. Following the murder, Mr. Thompson entered a plea of not guilty by reason of insanity and was committed to the California Department of State Hospitals, where he remained under state supervision.

In 2024, Mr. Thompson was placed in the Conditional Release Program (CONREP), which allows eligible individuals to receive outpatient mental health treatment in the community while remaining under supervision. Mr. Thompson subsequently petitioned the court for restoration of sanity pursuant to California Penal Code section 1026.2. Following a jury trial, jurors deliberated for less than one hour before unanimously finding that Mr. Thompson had not been restored to sanity. As a result, Mr. Thompson will remain under the care and supervision of the Department of State Hospitals.

Under California law, individuals found not guilty by reason of insanity may be committed to a state hospital for mental health treatment rather than sentenced to prison. These individuals may later petition the court to determine whether their sanity has been restored and whether they can safely be released from court-ordered treatment and supervision.

Under Penal Code section 1026.2, a restoration of sanity proceeding evaluates whether an individual continues to pose a danger to the health and safety of others due to a mental disorder.

These proceedings are an important safeguard within the criminal justice system. They ensure that decisions regarding release from mental health supervision are based on evidence, careful evaluation, and established legal standards.

A restoration of sanity trial is distinct from a competency trial, which determines whether a defendant is mentally capable of understanding and participating in criminal proceedings.

The case against Mr. Thompson was successfully prosecuted by Assistant District Attorney Asha James, with assistance from Paralegal Patricia Mathies; Assistant District Attorneys Edward Mario and Yuri Chornobill; and District Attorney Investigators Molly Braun and Gino Guerrero.

“I am deeply grateful to the jury for their exceptional focus and for delivering a swift, just verdict that reflects the important role mental health treatment plays in keeping our community safe,” said Assistant District Attorney Asha James.

RELEASE: https://sfdistrictattorney.org/man-convicted-in-violent-armed-residential-robbery-in-outer-richmond-2-copy/

10/21/2026

Thank you everyone who attended and participated in our 3rd Annual Keepin' It Safe in The City: Children’s Public Safety Event this past weekend! We had a great time — not only highlighting the public agencies that keep our city safe but also connecting with our conmunity.

Special shout out to the public agencies, community organizations, staff, and for making this event possible!

10/19/2026

San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins announced today that John Finbarr Darcy (62) of San Francisco; John William Tobin (39) of San Francisco; and Filiberto Poblano Perez (52) of Richmond were charged with involuntary manslaughter and violations of safety standards resulting in death of an employee in connection with a trench collapse that killed a laborer. The construction company for which they worked, D’Arcy & Harty Construction, Inc., was also charged in connection with the death.

The three individual defendants and the company were each charged with one count of involuntary manslaughter (Penal Code 192(b)) and four counts of violation of a safety standard resulting in death of an employee (Labor Code 6425(a)).

John Finbarr Darcy, Filiberto Poblano Perez, and D’Arcy & Harty Construction, Inc. have been arraigned and each pleaded not guilty to all charges. The Court released the individual defendants on the conditions that each surrender their passport, not leave California without permission from the Court, and not supervise employees or act in any capacity governing safety on a construction jobsite. The defendants were also ordered not to communicate with witnesses or each other.

According to court documents, on the morning of September 28, 2023, the victim was working in a 2 ½-foot wide, 5-foot long, and 8-foot-deep trench near the corner of Oak Street and Divisadero Street. The trench was not properly supported, and when a vehicle drove by, it collapsed. The victim, who was buried in the resulting cave-in, died of mechanical asphyxia. At the time of his death, the victim was employed by D’Arcy & Harty Construction, Inc. on a sewer tunnel rehabilitation project for the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission. Defendant John Finbarr Darcy was the Site Safety Representative designated by the company. Defendant John William Tobin was the Project Manager. Defendant Filiberto Poblano Perez was the Crew Foreman directly supervising the victim. The Cal/OSHA inspector who reviewed the fatality concluded that the 8-foot-deepexcavation in which the victim died was not properly supported, in violation of the safety regulations governing excavations found in Title 8 of the California Code of Regulations. The short sides of the trench facing Oak Street on one side and facing a building on the other side were completely unsupported. The long sides of the excavation running perpendicular to Oak Street were only partially supported. D’Arcy & Harty, Inc. had been the subject of a safety complaint about an inadequately supported trench on another project less than three weeks before the excavation collapse that killed the victim.

Although charges have been filed, this remains an active investigation. Anyone with information is asked to call (628) 652-4000.

RELEASE: https://sfdistrictattorney.org/construction-company-and-three-individuals-charged-in-connection-with-death-of-laborer-killed-in-trench-collapse/

10/14/2026

Today, San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins announced that Gregory Walker (36), of Mountain House, and Curtis Green (35), of Irvine, have been charged in connection to a shooting that took place at a private event in a nightclub in the Mission District in February.

Mr. Walker and Mr. Green are scheduled to be arraigned on October 14, 2026, at 1:30 PM in the Hall of Justice. The District Attorney’s Office will move to have Mr. Walker detained pending trial without bail due to the public safety risk he poses.

Mr. Walker has been charged with assault with a semi-automatic fi***rm (PC 245(b)), with allegations that he personally discharged a fi***rm (PC 12022.5(a)) and personally inflicted great bodily injury (PC 12022.7(a)); possession of a fi***rm by a felon (PC 29800(a)(1)), possession of a concealed fi***rm by a felon (PC 25400(a)(2)); and possession of loaded fi***rm by a felon (PC 25850(a)).

Mr. Green has been charged with brandishing a fi***rm, a misdemeanor (PC 417(a)(2)(B)), carrying a concealed fi***rm (PC 25400(a)(2)), and carrying a loaded fi***rm in public (PC 25850(a)), also all misdemeanor charges.

According to court documents, on February 9, 2026, following the Super Bowl, 49er player Keion White was shot in the ankle while he was hosting a private party in the downstairs VIP area of the Dahlia Club. Mr. Walker, and a second man who is pending charges, are alleged to have fired their guns, resulting in the injury to Mr. White. Mr. Green was also armed and is alleged to have brandished his own fi***rm.

According to the San Francisco Police Department (SFPD), on October 7, 2026, SFPD officers with assistance from the Irvine Police Department, served a search warrant at the home of Mr. Green. He was taken into custody on an arrest warrant at his Irvine home without incident. On October 9, 2026, the Los Angeles Police Department arrested Mr. Walker on an arrest warrant. They were both booked into San Francisco County Jail on October 12, 2026. The SFPD and District Attorney’s Office are working with other jurisdictions to arrange for another man who is pending charges to be brought to San Francisco.

Although charges have been filed, this remains an active investigation. Anyone with information is asked to call the San Francisco Police Department Tip Line at 1-415-575-4444 or Text a Tip to TIP411 and begin the text message with SFPD. You may remain anonymous.

RELEASE: https://sfdistrictattorney.org/men-charged-in-connection-to-nightclub-shooting-in-the-mission-district/

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