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crime2 years ago

Berkeley Police Involved in Multiple Shootings, Leaving 1 Dead and 1 Critically Injured

Berkeley police fatally shot a suspect during an investigation into an auto burglary in progress. The shooting occurred around 5:26 a.m., and while details about the incident are limited, one person was shot and later died from their injuries. The identities of the officers involved, as well as the arrested individuals, have not been disclosed. The incident is currently under investigation by multiple agencies.

crime2 years ago

"Streamlined Legislation Aims to Simplify Car Break-in Prosecutions in California"

State Sen. Scott Wiener and San Francisco Mayor London Breed have proposed a new law to make it easier to prosecute car break-in thieves by closing a legal loophole. The legislation would remove the requirement to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that a car door was locked, making evidence of forcible entry sufficient to prove the crime of auto burglary. This comes as San Francisco faces a surge in car break-ins, with the city's rate surpassing other large California cities. The proposed law aims to provide law enforcement with the necessary tools to address the issue and hold perpetrators accountable.

crime2 years ago

Police Fatally Shoot Armed Suspect During Auto Burglary in Los Angeles

The Los Angeles Police Department shot and killed an armed man in South Los Angeles after he broke into a vehicle. Responding to a report of a grand theft auto in progress, officers found the suspect inside the victim's vehicle and saw that he was armed with a gun. The police opened fire, striking the suspect, who was later pronounced dead at the scene. No officers or bystanders were injured, and the suspect's gun was recovered as evidence.

crime2 years ago

Rampant Teen Car Break-Ins Plague Downtown Memphis

Three teenagers were arrested for breaking into cars in downtown Memphis, targeting parked vehicles and stealing from them. One of the teens threw a gun while attempting to flee, and the other two suspects were also armed. These incidents highlight the ongoing issue of car break-ins in the area, with thieves often targeting vehicles in search of firearms. The frequency of these crimes has led to a shortage of auto glass for repairs, causing delays in fixing damaged windows. Visitors are becoming more cautious about where they park due to the prevalence of break-ins. The teens have been charged with various offenses, including unlawful possession of a weapon and auto burglary.