Berkeley police see uptick in gun cases in recent weeks
Police arrested a man early Monday morning after he reportedly pointed a gun at people in a crowded block near UC Berkeley, authorities report. It was only the latest in…
Body found in Berkeley after small fire on Fifth Street
A death investigation is underway Friday night in Berkeley after authorities discovered a body outside while extinguishing a small blaze on Fifth Street. Berkeley police said it's too soon to…
Berkeley man charged with posting 'child porn' photos
A man who had been living at a Berkeley homeless shelter has been charged with uploading child sexual abuse materials to the internet, court papers show. Berkeley police began investigating…
Man charged with violent robbery of UC Berkeley student
A man police say snatched an iPhone from a UC Berkeley student and then punched him in the face has been charged with robbery, court papers show. The incident happened…
Man charged with retail thefts from Berkeley Lululemon
A Hayward man is facing retail theft charges this week linked to repeated visits to the Berkeley Lululemon store on Fourth Street. Authorities say Charles Scott, 23, took about $13,000…
Woman reports kidnapping attempt of boy, 10, in Berkeley
Police are investigating a report of a possible kidnapping attempt in West Berkeley on Thursday morning. The investigation began after a mother told police she had been walking with her…
Berkeley police seize gun, arrest man, woman after ALPR hit
A Flock camera alert in West Berkeley this week saw two people arrested in connection with a loaded gun, drugs, a stolen car and alleged ID theft, authorities report. On…
Woman detained after first Berkeley shooting of the year
A Berkeley woman in her 30s was detained early Wednesday morning after the first confirmed gunfire report of the year. Berkeley police were called to investigate the shooting report shortly…
Berkeley shootings in 2025: The definitive gunfire map
The Berkeley Scanner has created a comprehensive interactive gunfire map so you can stay informed about shootings in the city and your neighborhood. As of Jan. 1, Berkeley has had…
Last chance! Help The Scanner plan for 2025
The clock is ticking. Today is your last chance to become a member during our end-of-year fundraising campaign and help us plan The Berkeley Scanner's vital work for 2025. I’ll…