Attempted murder charges filed after attack in Berkeley tent
Police spotted suspect Rafael Lara Jr. "casually riding by on a bike" near Fourth Street a week after the attack, according to court papers.
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Berkeley police investigate attempted murder case
The suspect poured gasoline on the victim and attempted to set him on fire, police said.
BFD puts out encampment fire on Harrison Street
The fire broke out shortly before 7:30 a.m., creating a column of heavy black smoke visible from Albany to the Berkeley Hills.
Berkeley police: Man tried to set woman, RV on fire on Harrison
When the woman went outside to confront Dicarlo Scott Sr., "he poured gasoline on her while holding a lit cigarette," police wrote.
1 wounded in Berkeley homeless camp air rifle shooting
The wounded man told police that Michael Minix had aimed for his head "so he raised his arm to cover his face," according to court papers.
UC Berkeley clears People's Park with eye on housing plans
Park supporters have staunchly opposed the plans, citing the park's long history as a community space and cultural landmark.
Berkeley fires displace 1 from home, damage businesses
"The overall concern is keeping companies in service," BFD said, "because of the increase in temperatures and fire activity around the Bay area."