Berkeley shootings in 2025: The definitive gunfire map
As of Jan. 22, Berkeley has had two non-injury shootings in 2025 compared to two injury shootings over the same period last year.
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2024 Berkeley crime snapshot: Most crimes saw steep drops
In 2023, Berkeley saw a significant spike in serious crime reports, but nearly all the numbers plummeted in 2024.
Berkeley police staffing still a struggle, consultant says
The analysis found that officers are often spread thin with little time for proactive policing, particularly as calls for service have rebounded.
Berkeley shootings in 2024: The definitive gunfire map
Berkeley had 31 shootings in 2024 leaving three dead and seven wounded. There were 35 shootings, wounding eight people, the prior year.
Berkeley police annual report: Violent crime rose 15% in 2023
Crime levels are "returning to or surpassing pre-pandemic levels," with increases across nearly all major violent and property crimes, BPD said.
Berkeley crime trends in 2023: Everything you need to know
Which Berkeley crimes went up last year and which went down? We pored over the 2023 data to bring you the trends and highlights.
Commercial burglary spike in Berkeley; Creekwood hit again
"It impacts customers’ perception of safety," said Creekwood Restaurant owner Greg Poulios. "People may not come in."