Crime

TikTok challenge drives uptick in thefts of Hyundais, Kias in Berkeley

Hyundais and Kias have been targeted in vehicle thefts around the nation. The automakers have come up with a new theft deterrent software to help.

Berkeley police arrest man linked to shooting threats

Micah Blakely was also wanted in connection with a shooting in another city, according to booking records.

Man arrested after trying to stab Berkeley construction worker

Kelly Barnes is on parole in connection with a voluntary manslaughter conviction from 2013, according to court records online.

Man shot in South Berkeley, police investigation underway

Limited information was available as of publication time, but the man was reportedly in stable condition.

Driver in stolen truck rams Berkeley cop car, flees

The officer was not hurt but the incident was classified as an assault with a deadly weapon, which led to a police pursuit into West Oakland.

Man pistol-whipped during South Berkeley robbery

Police said the man would need to get stitches, although he declined medical transport from the scene.

2 armed robberies in Berkeley lead to police chase on I-80

The armed robberies took place within about 25 minutes near the UC Berkeley campus Tuesday afternoon, police said.