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Berkeley sexual battery suspect released, may get diversion
Berkeley PD's Bike Patrol picked up Audrey Barlow last week just a day after a teenager said he slapped her buttocks on her way to school.
UC Berkeley police investigate sexual battery near campus
The Scanner learned after publication that the victim was a student. This story has been updated.
Adult at park touched Berkeley High student 'inappropriately'
Limited details have been released but TBS has asked officials to comment.
Police make arrest in UC Berkeley sex crime case
UCPD obtained a warrant for Andrew McNear's arrest on suspicion of kidnapping and assault to commit rape or some other sex crime.
UC police: Woman pepper-sprays man who grabbed her
The man "came out of the bushes and told her he was going to follow her and sexually assault her," police said in a WarnMe alert.
UCPD: Former student took pics in UC Berkeley dorm shower
Authorities credited a student and her roommate with helping catch suspect Wensen "Vincent" Wu by collecting key evidence.
Berkeley man charged with posting 'child porn' photos
Despite high bail and his refusal to come to court, Izaiah Temple was freed on his own recognizance. Police say he shared photos of child sexual abuse.