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Car goes off Grizzly Peak, occupants largely unscathed

Car goes off Grizzly Peak, occupants largely unscathed

The investigation is ongoing. OPD asks anyone with videos or photos of this incident to share them with police to help with the case.
By Emilie Raguso Jul 25, 2024
Casey Goonan indicted by grand jury in federal arson case

Casey Goonan indicted by grand jury in federal arson case

Prosecutors say Goonan tried to set the federal courthouse on fire in June. (Note: Goonan uses they/them pronouns. TBS will follow suit.)
By Emilie Raguso Jul 24, 2024
Berkeley police arrest pair after auto burglary spree

Berkeley police arrest pair after auto burglary spree

BPD says Mizahn Parker and a teenager broke into two Teslas in the Elmwood neighborhood and a third vehicle near Shattuck and Durant.
By Emilie Raguso Jul 24, 2024
Berkeley Sephora has been plagued by burglary and theft

Berkeley Sephora has been plagued by burglary and theft

Berkeley police have made arrests in some of the cases, while other investigations remain open.
By Emilie Raguso Jul 23, 2024
Driver sustains major injuries in Berkeley freeway crash

Driver sustains major injuries in Berkeley freeway crash

The driver, a 45-year-old man, was unconscious after the crash and remained in critical condition Saturday, authorities said.
By Emilie Raguso Jul 20, 2024
Man in Berkeley robs USPS mail carrier via threats of a gun

Man in Berkeley robs USPS mail carrier via threats of a gun

The woman was robbed in the 2400 block of Ellsworth Street, near Channing Way, just before 12:40 p.m., police said.
By Emilie Raguso Jul 19, 2024
Police chase catalytic converter thieves: 1 arrested, 1 escapes

Police chase catalytic converter thieves: 1 arrested, 1 escapes

The pair smashed the windows of a neighbor's car and threw items at police during the chase, BPD said.
By Emilie Raguso Jul 19, 2024

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