Gunfire prompts lockdown near UC Berkeley Clark Kerr Campus

A report of gunfire near UC Berkeley's Clark Kerr Track and Hillside Campus prompted a manhunt and lockdown Thursday, authorities said.

In the end, police reported no injuries or arrests and said, as of about 1:40 p.m., there was "no longer a known threat to UC Berkeley campus locations."

"The lockdown has been lifted for all campus areas," UC Berkeley said in a prepared statement.

The incident began Thursday at 7:40 a.m. when "police responded to a report of two shots fired near UC Berkeley’s Clark Kerr Track." The campus ShotSpotter system picked up the noise.

"Multiple police agencies have conducted an exhaustive search of the area and expended all resources available, but the suspect has not been apprehended," UC Berkeley said Thursday afternoon.

Campus officials advised "community members in the area to continue to exercise caution" even though the lockdown had ended.

The police investigation is ongoing.  

Authorities described the suspect as a white male in a black shirt and black pants with a red backpack.

"The suspect’s hair is described as 'bleached' with possible red or orange highlights," UC Berkeley said.

Police ask anyone with tips about the case to call UCPD at 510-642-6760.

"We realize this may have been a frightening experience," campus officials said. "Students interested in support, please contact Counseling and Psychological Services located at the Tang Center. If you would like to talk to a counselor, call 510-642-9494. Students can also be seen on a drop-in basis between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. If you need to reach a counselor after hours, call 855-817-5667."

The Scanner is seeking updates and will update this story if additional information is forthcoming.

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