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The City of Berkeley, California was incorporated in 1878 and was policed by an elected town Marshall. The Marshall was assisted by elected Constables who throughout the years primarily served papers and seldom made arrests without a warrant. At the turn of the century, crime increased and...

In 1905, August Vollmer was elected town Marshall. In 1909, he was appointed as the City of Berkeley's f

06/11/2026

Arrest Made in Animal Shelter Arson Investigation

On June 11, detectives arrested a suspect in connection with the arson at the Animal Shelter that occurred last weekend.

Read more:
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/arrest-made-animal-shelter-arson-investigation

06/05/2026

Coffee with a Cop at Fourth Street Plaza on June 9th

Please join us for Coffee with a Cop on Tuesday, June 9th at Fourth Street Plaza (across from Peet’s Coffee). We will be there from 9:00 am to 11:00 am.

Stop by for a free cup of coffee and conversation with local officers and community members.

We look forward to seeing you there!

06/01/2026

🏳️‍🌈 June is National LGBTQ+ Pride Month, and the Berkeley Police Department is proud to stand with and support the LGBTQ+ community.

Throughout Pride Month, the Pride flag will be displayed in our lobby as a visible symbol of our commitment to serving all members of our community with dignity, respect, and inclusivity. Berkeley PD employees are also authorized to wear Pride pins throughout the month in recognition of Pride and the diverse community we serve.

We are proud to celebrate Pride Month and to continue building strong relationships with the LGBTQ+ community through service, partnership, and mutual respect.

Happy Pride Month, Berkeley! 🏳️‍🌈💙

05/08/2026

Ride Safe on the Roads: NHTSA Urges Bicyclists to Practice Safe Habits

From children riding to school to older adults staying active and healthy, bicycling is both a pastime and a mode of transportation for thousands of Americans. The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is urging everyone to be alert to keep bicyclists safe. It takes drivers and bicyclists alike to ensure safety on the roads.

Read more:
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/ride-safe-roads-nhtsa-urges-bicyclists-practice-safe-habits

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2100 Martin Luther King Jr. Way
Berkeley, CA
94704