Recent Incidents in Santa Rosa, CA
Santa Rosa, CA — February 3, 2026 — A series of incidents have occurred in Santa Rosa, including a shooting at the Transit Mall and a home invasion robbery.
Shooting at Santa Rosa Transit Mall
On January 21, 2026, at approximately 5 p.m., a 15-year-old boy was shot at the Santa Rosa Transit Mall. The suspect, a teenager from Healdsburg, was arrested on suspicion of armed robbery and possession of a firearm and drugs. The victim was treated for non-life-threatening injuries.
Home Invasion Robbery on Herbert Street
On February 1, 2026, at around 8:45 p.m., two suspects entered a residence in the 1600 block of Herbert Street, holding multiple family members at gunpoint and demanding money. Three adult victims and an 11-year-old child were present. One adult male victim was treated for a head injury; the others were unharmed.
Arrest in Armed Robbery Case
On January 21, 2026, a teenager was arrested in Healdsburg in connection with an armed jewelry robbery in Santa Rosa. The suspect was found with a handgun, ammunition, cocaine, and cash. The victim reported the theft of jewelry at gunpoint near the 1300 block of Funston Drive.
Arrests in Organized Retail Theft Operation
In December 2025, a large-scale organized retail theft operation led to the arrest of 17 individuals in Santa Rosa. The operation targeted businesses along South Santa Rosa Avenue, resulting in charges including felony organized retail theft and drug-related offenses.
Fire Caused by Unattended Candles
On January 24, 2026, a fire was sparked by unattended candles in a third-floor apartment on Range Avenue. The fire caused significant smoke damage, leading to the evacuation of the unit. No injuries were reported.
Community Development: Hearn Community Hub
In December 2025, the City of Santa Rosa and Sonoma County Library broke ground on the Hearn Community Hub in Roseland. The $35 million project includes a new fire station, the Roseland Regional Library, and improved infrastructure, aiming to serve residents for generations. Construction is expected to be completed in 2027.
Weather Update
As of February 3, 2026, the weather in Santa Rosa is as follows:
- Tonight: Scattered Snow Showers, 17°F, N 5 to 10 mph, Precip: 43%
- Wednesday: Scattered Snow Showers then Partly Sunny, 26°F, NW 5 mph, Precip: 29%
- Wednesday Night: Partly Cloudy, 14°F, W 5 mph, Precip: 0%
- Thursday: Slight Chance Snow then Mostly Cloudy, 31°F, SW 5 to 15 mph, Precip: 20%
- Thursday Night: Mostly Cloudy then Chance Snow, 27°F, WSW 10 to 15 mph, Precip: 40%
- Friday: Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Snow, 38°F, NW 15 to 20 mph, Precip: 20%
Sources
- Santa Rosa police arrest teen suspected in armed robbery
- SRPD News Release: ALPR Technology Leads to the Arrest of Three Home Invasion Robbery Suspects
- Santa Rosa police arrest teen suspected in armed robbery
- Santa Rosa: 17 Arrested In Organized Retail Theft Operation Ahead Of Holidays
- Santa Rosa: Unattended Candles Spark Apartment Fire
- Santa Rosa breaks ground on Hearn Community Hub in Roseland
