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Family of Brentwood woman calls for transparency after fatal police encounter

Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors · January 13, 2026
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A Brentwood resident told the Contra Costa Board that his 72‑year‑old sister‑in‑law, Yolanda Ramirez, died following an encounter with Brentwood police; he alleged brutality, said an independent autopsy found a fractured skull, and said the city pledged to release footage before Feb. 28.

Paul Ramirez addressed the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors during public comment to demand transparency in the aftermath of a fatal police encounter in Brentwood. Ramirez said his sister‑in‑law, 72‑year‑old Yolanda Ramirez, died following an interaction with Brentwood officers on Sept. 26.

Ramirez alleged the encounter involved use of force:…

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