Crime

Teen on scooter escapes armed robbery attempt in Berkeley

The 19-year-old was riding westbound on Parker Street when the driver pointed a gun with an extended magazine at him, BPD said.

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."

Chase Bank stabbing suspect charged with attempted murder

The victim said he did not know why suspect Wayne Johnson stabbed him and had never seen Johnson before, police wrote in court papers.

Man shot on Harrison is first Berkeley shooting of the year

The call initially came in as an active shooter situation. Authorities ultimately determined that was not the case.

Berkeley police make arrest tied to November shooting

BPD arrested Rashad Christopher on suspicion of assault with a firearm on a person, conspiracy and shooting at an inhabited vehicle or dwelling.

Berkeley robbery suspect facing new charges after car theft

Dylan McMillian had already been charged with several Berkeley robberies — but he had never been arrested. That changed Thursday.

Burglars escape after ramming Albany CVS to steal ATM

"Everybody said they were shocked that it's happening in Albany — but the whole country seems to be turning upside down," one witness said.