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Possible gunfire during catalytic converter theft in Berkeley

Possible gunfire during catalytic converter theft in Berkeley

The report came in around 10:30 p.m. in the area of Ashby Avenue and Acton Street, police said.
By Emilie Raguso Dec 16, 2022
Berkeley police arrest 3 teens after carjacking attempt

Berkeley police arrest 3 teens after carjacking attempt

An off-duty police officer from a different East Bay law enforcement agency witnessed the carjacking attempt and reported it to BPD.
By Emilie Raguso Dec 15, 2022
Police: Alert witness helped avert stabbing on Center Street

Police: Alert witness helped avert stabbing on Center Street

Police say Dawn Carraway ran toward a stranger, holding a knife in her hand, and planned to stab him from behind in the neck.
By Emilie Raguso Dec 15, 2022
Police Accountability Board text scandal review has begun

Police Accountability Board text scandal review has begun

The board will soon seek applications from members of the public who wish to join the police misconduct inquiry.
By Emilie Raguso Dec 15, 2022
Intruder surprises Cal students inside Dwight Way apartment

Intruder surprises Cal students inside Dwight Way apartment

He is being held at Berkeley Jail on $152,500 bail and is scheduled for arraignment Friday.
By Emilie Raguso Dec 14, 2022
Felon charged with shooting at off-duty Berkeley police officer

Felon charged with shooting at off-duty Berkeley police officer

Authorities believe Marzel Parker used an automatic weapon based on "audio recording from nearby security video and the volume of rounds fired."
By Emilie Raguso Dec 14, 2022
UPDATE: Missing Berkeley woman has been found

UPDATE: Missing Berkeley woman has been found

The missing woman has been located and is safe, police said at about 12:25 a.m.
By Emilie Raguso Dec 14, 2022

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