Crime trends

Berkeley crime update: Crashes, arrests and falling crime

We've compiled recent cases and the latest crime trends.

Berkeley auto theft case leads police to Oakland chop shop

Officers found more than 50 vehicles that had been stripped for parts, and several that had been set on fire.

Berkeley shootings in 2026: The definitive gunfire map

As of Aug. 16, Berkeley and UC police have investigated three injury shootings and six non-injury shootings.

What happened in Berkeley crime and safety in 2025?

For the second year running, Berkeley crime was down — a lot. Here's our 2025 recap along with the biggest stories.

Berkeley shootings in 2025: The definitive gunfire map

Berkeley had 15 shootings in 2025, including one by police. The prior year, there were 30 shootings.

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.

2024 Berkeley crime snapshot: Most crimes saw steep drops

In 2023, Berkeley saw a significant spike in serious crime reports, but nearly all the numbers plummeted in 2024.