Fremont Man Charged for Trespassing, Drugs, and Weapons

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A 50-year-old Fremont man named Shawn C. Donnelly was arrested on Monday morning after police were called to the 300 block of West 10th Street for a trespassing complaint. Donnelly was charged with possession of a controlled substance, possession of a deadly weapon while committing a felony, and possession of a deadly weapon by a prohibited person.

Why it matters

This incident highlights ongoing public safety concerns in Fremont, where property crimes and drug-related offenses remain a persistent challenge for local law enforcement. Charges involving weapons possession by prohibited individuals also raise questions about the effectiveness of existing laws and policies aimed at keeping dangerous individuals from accessing firearms.

The details

According to police, officers responded to a trespassing call around 8:40 a.m. on Monday in the 300 block of West 10th Street in Fremont. Upon arrival, they encountered Shawn C. Donnelly, 50, and subsequently arrested him. Donnelly was charged with possession of a controlled substance, possession of a deadly weapon while committing a felony, and possession of a deadly weapon by a prohibited person.

• Police responded to the trespassing call around 8:40 a.m. on Monday, February 10, 2026.

What’s next

The case against Shawn C. Donnelly will proceed through the criminal justice system, with the district attorney's office determining the appropriate charges and prosecutors seeking a conviction.