Hercules is a city in Contra Costa County, California, with a population of approximately 26,016.
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Richmond detective involved in shooting on Interstate 80 near Hercules that left man dead
Richmond detective involved in shooting on Interstate 80 near Hercules that left man dead CBS News
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NewsJAN 22, 2026
Police shooting kills suspect on I-80 in Hercules
Police shooting kills suspect on I-80 in Hercules KTVU
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NewsJAN 22, 2026
Richmond detective fatally shoots man during morning commute on I-80 near Hercules
Richmond detective fatally shoots man during morning commute on I-80 near Hercules The Press Democrat
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