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UPDATE: Man sustained injuries through fall, not shooting

UPDATE: Man sustained injuries through fall, not shooting

Work is still being done this week to close the case, but police have determined that it is not a criminal matter.
By Emilie Raguso May 23, 2023
Berkeley man charged with sexual abuse of girl for years

Berkeley man charged with sexual abuse of girl for years

Javier Castellanos-Herrera was charged with eight felonies, including the continuous sexual abuse of a child.
By Emilie Raguso May 23, 2023
OPD announces arrests after Market Hall beating, robbery

OPD announces arrests after Market Hall beating, robbery

North Oakland Councilmember Dan Kalb is holding a meeting about crime and violence next Tuesday, May 30.
By Emilie Raguso May 23, 2023
2 taken to Highland after 3-car crash at Gilman, 6th in Berkeley

2 taken to Highland after 3-car crash at Gilman, 6th in Berkeley

According to the preliminary investigation, a driver sped through the red light heading south and struck a car that was eastbound, police said.
By Emilie Raguso May 22, 2023
Family-run Berkeley auto shop has been hit twice by thieves

Family-run Berkeley auto shop has been hit twice by thieves

The city has seen a spike in commercial burglaries this year: They are up 32% compared to the same time period last year.
By Emilie Raguso May 22, 2023
Treatment program, no prison time for man who lit UC Berkeley students on fire at boba shop

Treatment program, no prison time for man who lit UC Berkeley students on fire at boba shop

Brandon McGlone was referred to Veterans Treatment Court. If he completes the program, the case against him will be dropped.
By Emilie Raguso May 19, 2023
Man charged with vehicular assault in Berkeley from 2022

Man charged with vehicular assault in Berkeley from 2022

Police arrested Troy Matthews on Tuesday on a warrant related to last year's confrontation, which took place at Ashby Avenue and Mabel Street.
By Emilie Raguso May 18, 2023

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