Hercules Police Say They Foiled Molotov Cocktail Attack Targeting Vehicle in Vallejo

Hercules police arrested 45-year-old Gabriel Dejesus on October 20 after discovering five Molotov cocktails in his backpack during a vehicle search. Investigators allege Dejesus intended to use the incendiary devices against a vehicle in a Vallejo homeless encampment. He is currently held at the Martinez Detention Facility on charges including possession of an explosive device and probation violation.