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We have made 17 arrests, and, if necessary, we will continue to make more. We're also continuing to confiscate weapons.
ALT Photo of a man hands in handcuffs.
ALT Photos of numerous items and other weapons.
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Help us identify this suspect from the 4/15/2017 protest. He's wanted in connection with a robbery & assault.
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Berkeley Police Arrest 20 During Protests nixle.us/AB6SE
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We are confiscating weapons and making arrests.
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Our investigation won't end today. We will continue to pursue leads for anyone who commits a crime. Photos and videos are very helpful. You can upload them at bit.ly/berkvideo
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Here are some of the prohibited items that have already removed from the park today. cityofberkeley.info/City_Man…
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Berkeley Police Arrest 20 During Protests nixle.us/AB6RL
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This morning, a caravan of officers from the @berkeleypoliceca @ucpd_cal @albanycapolice @emeryvillepd @elcerritopd and Piedmont PD are making their way to Roseville to pay their respects to the family of @sacpolice Tara O’Sullivan.
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Berkeley PD in cooperation with @ACSOSheriffs have arrested 9 persons in the south campus area thus far. Details to follow. #BenAtBerkeley
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She fell and wasn't pushed. No fight. That is what she told us at the scene. These are the actual facts.
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Police have now made three arrests for people carrying weapons banned within this zone. For details on the ban --> cityofberkeley.info/City_Man…
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We have now arrested ten people for events related to the rallies downtown. Items that can be used as a weapon are banned in select parks and this zone. cityofberkeley.info/City_Man…
ALT "Implements of riot" that can be used as a weapon will be prohibited from being brought into a defined area of Berkeley bounded by Sacramento St to the west, Piedmont Ave to the east (between Dwight Way & Bancroft Way) and Oxford St to the east (between Hearst Ave & Bancroft Way), Dwight Way to the south, and Delaware Street to the north (except between Shattuck Ave & Oxford St, where Hearst Ave marks the boundary
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Officers arrested 20 people and confiscated numerous weapons at #berkeleyprotests. Investigations continue.
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Our mission is to safeguard our community while facilitating the peaceful expression of free speech.
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For those who commit crimes, we will be making arrests. We will work with the community to identify, investigate and prosecute suspects.
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Taken from a person arrested today for carrying a shield: orange paint balls, ball bearings, white marbles, boot knife, mace and a stun gun.
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We are honored that Minnesota state public safety officials reached out to us to learn about our de-escalation work after reading this article.
While de-escalation is now a buzzword in law enforcement circles in the wake of the #GeorgeFloyd killing by Minneapolis police, it's been central to the Berkeley Police Department's mission for years
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Police make arrests to ensure safe demonstrations. nixle.us/9L77P
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Unexpected passing of Officer Godinez
We are deeply saddened to report that Berkeley Police Officer Michael Godinez #74 died unexpectedly in his home on Wednesday morning, July 22, 2020.
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Berkeley PD sent a crew to Napa to provide mutual aid for the #wildfires.
#fires #napacounty #napafire #napavalley #joinberkeleypd #berkeley #berkeleypolice #publicsafety
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For community members that do not have a mask, find a Berkeley PD Officer and they’ll have one for you!
#COVID19 #facecoverings #stayhealthy #pandemic #quarantine #healthandsafety #firstresponders #publicsafety #BayArea #joinberkeleypd #LawEnforcement
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Protesters Throwing Fireworks nixle.us/AB6E4
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Team 7 has been ordering takeout everyday for the past week at local businesses in an effort to help them during this crisis. At briefing, they choose a business, make a group order & then go pick it up. Today Team 7 enjoyed The Berkeley Social Club.
#covıd19 #joinberkeleypd
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Items that can be used as a weapon are banned in this zone. Police will be making arrests. cityofberkeley.info/City_Man…
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Help us Id these Felonious Assault Suspects from the 8/27 Protest. BPD is dedicated to getting justice f/ our Vics
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BPD releases the names of those involved in Saturday's Civic Center Park riot. For more detail:
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Today, we attempted to reduce injury collisions by setting up a right-of-way violation operation w/ a pedestrian. Officers cited 32 drivers & educated them on the dangers that are associated w/ these violations.
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Teen arrested after recruiting others to participate in a school shooting/bombing
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For those who commit crimes, we will be making arrests. We will work with the community to identify, investigate and prosecute suspects.
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Can you identify these violent offenders from the April 15th protests? For the whole story:
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Berkeley PD was honored to help with the Sonoma fires this past week. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all those affected by all the fires ❤️
#kincadefire #sonoma #sonomastrong #sonomacounty #sonomafire #berkeley #joinberkeleypd #fire #wildfires #californiawildfires
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Reminder: Items that can be used as a weapon are banned in select parks and this zone. We will be making arrests. cityofberkeley.info/City_Man…
ALT "Implements of riot" that can be used as a weapon will be prohibited from being brought into a defined area of Berkeley bounded by Sacramento St to the west, Piedmont Ave to the east (between Dwight Way & Bancroft Way) and Oxford St to the east (between Hearst Ave & Bancroft Way), Dwight Way to the south, and Delaware Street to the north (except between Shattuck Ave & Oxford St, where Hearst Ave marks the boundary
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Our brother and sisters @BerkeleyFD helping w/ the Sonoma fires. Stay safe! ❤️💙
REPOST: “@BerkeleyFD take the time to give some much needed water to various animals they see while they are in on the front lines.”
Photo credit: Berkeley Fire Dept
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Items that can be used as a weapon are banned in select parks and this zone. We will be making arrests. cityofberkeley.info/City_Man…
ALT A number of items will be prohibited from being brought by any person into a defined area of Berkeley bounded by Sacramento Street to the west, Piedmont Avenue to the east (between Dwight Way & Bancroft Way) and Oxford Street to the east (between Hearst Avenue & Bancroft Way), Dwight Way to the south, and Delaware Street to the north (except between Shattuck Avenue & Oxford Street, where Hearst Ave is the boundary.
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Officially, Chief Jennifer Louis has been named the Chief of Police for the City of Berkeley Police Department.
Chief Louis is the first woman, first Asian American, and first openly gay Chief of Police in the Berkeley Police Department.
Congratulations, Chief Louis!
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We are very proud to welcome these three new police officers into our Berkeley PD family and community. After 6 months of hard work, they graduated from the Sacramento Police academy tonight. Congratulations and welcome!!
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One of our officers came across these two energetic young ladies. They were ecstatic at the opportunity to talk with the officer and explore the inside of a patrol car.#communitypolicing #perksofthejob
#berkeley #berkeleypolice #joinberkeleypd #berkeleyca #lawenforcement
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Officers are currently investigating a report of shooting on the 2400 block of Durant Avenue. There is NOT an active shooter
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A large group is still gathered at Center St. and Shattuck Ave. Roads blocked. Please avoid the area. #berkeleyprotests
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Today members of Berkeley PD packaged 500 turkeys w/ all the fixings to deliver to 500 families in Berkeley. Special shout out to Sgt. Scott Castle who organized this entire event. The Berkeley PD family would like to wish everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving.
#thanksgiving
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Berkeley PD monitoring March through the South Campus nixle.us/9L6ZT
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We have issued an Evacuation Order due to a Tsunami coming to West Berkeley. nixle.us/FZ3E9
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Berkeley PD supports Napa County during day shift fire operations.
#wildfire #napacounty #napa #berkeley #berkeleypolice #joinberkeleypd
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Demonstration-related activity in the City of Berkeley is over and normal police operations have resumed nixle.us/9BG77
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Berkeley PD would like to thank all Public Safety Dispatchers, especially our very own. We recognize you have a difficult job & you play an integral role in keeping us & our community safe. Happy Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
#nationalpublicsafetytelecommunicatorsweek
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Our thoughts and prayers go out to those affected by the fires. BPD will continue to support you with mutual aid. See you again tomorrow
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The peaceful marches and demonstrations have ended. All roadways have been re-opened. nixle.us/BXTDC
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Berkeley Police make 13 arrests during today's demonstrations. nixle.us/9JZXP
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Help Us Identify Additional Suspects From March 4th Riot in Civic Center Park
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The dust settled. The final tally: cops and community basketeers handed out 430 Turkey baskets. #StrongPartnerships
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Happy #Easter from our Berkeley PD Dispatchers!
#eastersunday #facemask #facemasktime #covi̇d19 #stayhealthy #firstresponders #publicsafety #alonetogether #socialdistancing #inthistogether #quarantine #quarantinelife #joinberkeleypd #berkeley #berkeleyca #thingoldline
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In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, here are the many faces of the department who represent Hispanic Heritage and represent the community.
#hispanicheritagemonth #hispanic #hispanicheritage #berkeleyca #joinberkeleypd
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Incident safely resolved. One in custody. College/Ashby still closed for accident investigation.
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We had 2 lateral officers sworn in today. Help us welcome Officer Popke & Officer Major into the Berkeley PD family & community.
#joinberkeleypd #jobs #careerchange #criminaljusticemajor #lawenforcement #lawenforcementofficer #workforce #salutetheblue #veterans #usmc
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In the past hour or so, officers have responded to three collisions involving pedestrians. Fortunately, there has not been any serious injuries. During this inclement weather, please remember to slow down and be careful.
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Former Professor Charged With Assault During Berkeley Trump Event « CBS San Francisco cbsloc.al/2rIjsXZ
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We are proud to welcome Officer Magnoli and Officer Tran to the Berkeley PD family. They graduated from the #sacpd academy today. Congratulations and welcome to our family 💙
#policeofficer #policeacademy #joinberkeleypd #lawenforcement #firstresponders
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Our mission is to safeguard our community while facilitating the peaceful expression of free speech.
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Suspects arrested after deadly south campus shooting
On 10/25, Berkeley PD and @USMS_PSWRFTF arrested three suspects in connection with a recent deadly shooting that occurred in the south campus area.
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ALT On October 25th, detectives arrested three suspects in connection with a recent shooting that occurred in the south campus area.
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Saturday Night's Undercover Operation Leads to Arrest of 6 Laptop Thieves
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We are very proud to welcome these 3 new officers to our Berkeley PD family and community. They graduated from the Alameda County Sheriff's Department 168th academy today. Congratulations!
#berkeley #berkeleyca #joinberkeleypd
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Demonstration Marching on University Avenue nixle.us/AB6B8
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Honoring our Team 3 (swing shift) officers during #womenshistorymonth
#joinberkeleypd #womensupportingwomen #womenshistorymonth #women #womenpolice #womenpoliceofficer #careerwomen #womenathletes #womenhistory #womeninlawenforcement #womeninspiringwomen #berkeley
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Today, @BerkeleyPDChief swore-in our newest officer--Officer Nash. #Berkeley #berkeleypolicerecruiting #joinberkeleypolicedepartment
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Eleven arrests made during today's demonstration. nixle.us/9LPEH
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May is National Mental Health Awareness Month
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Berkeley PD is selling pink patches ($10 each) to help support those battling cancer. All proceeds will go to the @wcrcinberkeley. Email berkeleypolicepinkpatchproject@gmail.com for info
#pinkpatchproject #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #cancersupport #bayarea #cancersucks
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@berkeleypolice continues to monitor demonstrations in @CityofBerkeley. #BerkeleyProtest
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We would like you to meet our new officer! Officer Bustamante was sworn in today, wave hello when you see him around!
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BPD would like to thank all who served and continue to serve in the military. A special thank you to our own sworn and professional staff who served.
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Team 3 briefing before hitting the streets.#socialdistancing
#covid_19 #covıd19 #socialdistance #socialgov #joinberkeleypd #lawenforcement #salutetheblue #firstresponders #policeofficer #womeninlawenforcement #berkeley #berkeleyca
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Congratulations to our 3 new officers who graduated from the Sacramento Police Academy. Welcome to our family Officers Booze, Ramsey and Mandragona 💙#joinberkeleypd
#berkeley #careerchange #JobSearch #ThinBlueLine #policeacademy #graduation
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Wishing everyone a Happy Halloween. #berkeleypolicedepartment #berkeley
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We’d like to welcome our new lateral Officer to the Berkeley PD family. Say hello when you see him in your neighborhood!
#joinberkeleypd #CommunityPolicing
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THANK YOU to all healthcare workers ❤️❤️ We are so grateful for all the work you do. #NationalNursesWeek2020
#thankyounurses #grateful #gratitude #healthcareworkers #HealthcareHeroes #stayhealthy #firstresponders #publicsafety #Berkeley @berkeleyside @BerkeleyFD
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Correction, number of arrests associated with Berkeley demonstration is 13. #berkeleyprotests
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Berkeley PD monitoring March through the South Campus #2 nixle.us/9L75H
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Help BPD Identify Vandals from August 5th Demonstration nixle.us/ABGJW
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The missing 11-year-old has been located. He returned home around 5 pm this evening and is okay.
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Our parks are closed, but that didn’t stop these 2 guys. Thanks to artist, Joe Melamed, for creating Paper sculptures &!allowing Ofc Perkins to have some fun! Thanks to all who are patiently waiting for our parks to open, wearing your mask, & social distancing. #InThisTogether
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For those who commit crimes, we will be making arrests. We will work with the community to identify, investigate and prosecute suspects.
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The Berkeley Police Department would like to announce a new Transparency Hub we have created to share information with the Berkeley community.
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Road Closures around Civic Center Park for today's demonstrations
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Congratulations Officer Singh! After 25 years in law enforcement and dedication to our community, we wish you all the best! 💙💙
#retirement #berkeleypolicedepartment #berkeley #joinberkeleypd #veterans #veteranofficer
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