Crime and police data

Berkeley shootings in 2024: The definitive gunfire map

As of Oct. 1, Berkeley has had 22 shootings leaving three dead and six wounded. There had been 26 shootings at this time last year.

Berkeley police annual report: Violent crime rose 15% in 2023

Crime levels are "returning to or surpassing pre-pandemic levels," with increases across nearly all major violent and property crimes, BPD said.

Berkeley crime trends in 2023: Everything you need to know

Which Berkeley crimes went up last year and which went down? We pored over the 2023 data to bring you the trends and highlights.

Commercial burglary spike in Berkeley; Creekwood hit again

"It impacts customers’ perception of safety," said Creekwood Restaurant owner Greg Poulios. "People may not come in."

Berkeley shootings in 2023: The definitive gunfire map

Berkeley had 35 shootings in 2023 with eight people wounded. BPD also had two fatal police shootings.

Vehicle-only injury crashes in Berkeley are up 41%: new data

Injury collisions involving pedestrians fell slightly and those involving cyclists were essentially flat, according to new Berkeley traffic data.

How many police does Berkeley need? New analysis to find out

Despite ongoing recruitment efforts, the Berkeley Police Department is experiencing an "unprecedented staffing crisis."