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Driver charged with murder after stabbing van theft suspect
The alleged van thief survived but a woman who had been helping him steal packages did not make it, according to court papers.
Police make arrest in UC Berkeley sex crime case
UCPD obtained a warrant for Andrew McNear's arrest on suspicion of kidnapping and assault to commit rape or some other sex crime.
UCPD: Former student took pics in UC Berkeley dorm shower
Authorities credited a student and her roommate with helping catch suspect Wensen "Vincent" Wu by collecting key evidence.
Berkeley's new Flock camera system nets another gun arrest
Sean Hammonds has a long list of convictions for drug sales and gun possession. The DA's office charged him with a new case Thursday.
Berkeley police see uptick in gun cases in recent weeks
Police have seized at least seven firearms in Berkeley since Dec. 28 in connection with arrests around the city.
Berkeley man charged with posting 'child porn' photos
Despite high bail and his refusal to come to court, Izaiah Temple was freed on his own recognizance. Police say he shared photos of child sexual abuse.
Man charged with violent robbery of UC Berkeley student
Police say Amahd Mabry "punched the victim once in the face causing him to fall to the ground" when the student chased him.