Crime

Brazen thieves take $52K in tech from Berkeley Apple store

The group scooped up the merchandise within just a few minutes, then fled the scene in a recently carjacked minivan, police said.

OPD links 9-person robbery crew, ages 12-17, to 35 holdups

OPD said several different robbery crews have been "brazenly victimizing individuals at alarming rates" in recent weeks.

Man found in Berkeley with gunshot wound to the leg

Police are still working to determine what unfolded prior to the shooting and exactly where it took place.

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.

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.

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.

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.