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Police seize 70 bikes after Bay Bridge stunt, close lanes

5/4/2026

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California Highway Patrol and Oakland Police seized over 70 dirt bikes, ATVs and other vehicles after riders rode onto the Bay Bridge.
The incident closed eastbound lanes three, four and five, creating a traffic jam until about 7:15 p.m.
Firefighters rescued a person who jumped into the water during the Bay Bridge incident.
Two riders were arrested while the others abandoned their bikes and fled on foot.

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California Highway Patrol and Oakland Police seized over 70 dirt bikes, ATVs and other vehicles after riders rode onto the Bay Bridge.
The incident closed eastbound lanes three, four and five, creating a traffic jam until about 7:15 p.m.
Firefighters rescued a person who jumped into the water during the Bay Bridge incident.
Two riders were arrested while the others abandoned their bikes and fled on foot.