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This account is now archived. Thank you for an amazing 2 years! LA Coverage: @ScannerPacific

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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
6 months
Well, the time has come…my Berkeley coverage has ended. (This will be a bit of a long tweet, click to read the full thing) Thank you for an amazing ~2 years! All the recent comments have meant so much to me. I am very grateful that the account had such an impact, and I will
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@ScanBerkeley
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Hey everyone! Exciting news – I'm gearing up for graduation next month! 🎉 Sadly, it also means I'll be leaving Berkeley and returning to LA. My coverage and sites/systems will wrap up around 12/15/23. 😔1/7
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
1 year
UCPD has found human remains on the Clark Kerr Campus. They were located in a building which has been unoccupied for years. An investigation is ongoing.
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Scan Berkeley
11 months
UCPD responding to look for an individual in a chimpanzee outfit hiding in trees around Sproul Plaza
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
2 years
#UCBerkeley For those saying there is an active shooter that is NOT correct. There has been NO shots fired. This is relating to a THREAT of such action. Please ensure if you are sharing details to make sure they are not false. Causing panic would not help the situation.
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Scan Berkeley
2 years
#UCBerkeley All on-campus classes have been canceled for the remainder of the day. DO NOT COME TO CAMPUS.
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Scan Berkeley
10 months
Gate Security is requesting UCPD to Gate 5 for a group of Auburn fans. No specific issues; just getting a bit rowdy.
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
1 year
@CarissaPavlica @JoeFash0 This was the last update I was able to gather:
@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
1 year
Update on the individual who lit himself on fire earlier: Placed on a 5150 hold Being transported to Saint Francis Memorial Hospital Bothin Burn Center
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
2 years
Did anyone else get a MyShake alert for this? I am nowhere near the area but still received a notification. #earthquake
@earthquakeBot
Earthquake Robot
2 years
A 6.3 magnitude earthquake occurred 6.21mi WSW of Ferndale, California. Details: Map:
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Scan Berkeley
1 year
Update on the individual who lit himself on fire earlier: Placed on a 5150 hold Being transported to Saint Francis Memorial Hospital Bothin Burn Center
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
6 months
Today will be my final full day of Berkeley coverage. A thread is coming Friday to recap some stats from my time covering Berkeley and other info. Thursday and Friday will have limited coverage due to graduation prep, but I plan to at least cover some incidents.
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Scan Berkeley
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#UCBerkeley PD is continuing to search for the suspect. Do not disobey the shelter in place order. It just causes more issues for PD trying to find the suspect. If you are a student and have classes today on campus. Do not attend until the shelter in place is lifted.
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Scan Berkeley
10 months
UCPD reports no issues, just enthusiastic fans
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Scan Berkeley
2 years
#UCBerkeley Final Update: Police located the suspect at an off campus location around 2pm. Classes and campus operations will resume normally tomorrow.
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
4 months
I am getting multiple messages regarding this. While I no longer cover Berkeley, I am tuning in remotely to gather some information on this incident.
@dailycal
The Daily Californian
4 months
BREAKING: There are multiple reports of shots fired near the MLK Student Union on campus. Police are responding and there is currently a shelter in place order. Check back for updates
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
4 months
Time for me to complain about the WarnMe system again, even though I graduated. Fix it. Unacceptable to have these messages delayed by 30+ minutes. I have so many messages from students and parents. It's insane that I can tune in remotely and fully cover this before an alert sent
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
2 months
Hey Berkeley People 👋 Just a heads up: BPD just got a flagdown about someone riding a horse on Center approaching Shattuck
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
8 months
Anyone feel an #Earthquake ?
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
7 months
Today marks one week left in my reporting for Berkeley! I am going to try to cover as much as possible for the next 7 days!
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
10 months
Emeryville requesting code-3 cover for 100+ juveniles fighting
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
10 months
This scene in Emeryville was one of the craziest I have ever covered. You never want to hear an 11-99 go out, but all the agencies who responded did remarkable work to quickly contain things.
@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
10 months
Audio from when shots fired went out. "We're calling everybody."
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
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Hey everyone! I am leaving Berkeley for part of the summer starting today. While I will still have remote access to listen in, I won't be recording the frequencies. My coverage will continue but less frequently. Please tag me if you notice anything going on; I will tune in!
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
2 years
Berkeley FD and PD (and some UCPD units) working to respond to multiple alarms caused by the #earthquake in Berkeley. Most seem to be security alarms set off by the shaking, they are just being reset.
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
7 months
CHP has a plane overhead. With the Bay Bridge blocked, expect heavy traffic backup quite literally on any connecting freeway.
@NateMorte
Nate Morte
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
6 months
Chipotle (no exact location given) - Lewd Conduct Subject naked, oiled up, and riding a bike Berkeley PD responding
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
7 months
I never thought I would be graduating a year and a half early from @UCBerkeley , but that's just how it turned out. I have had an amazing time! Those looking to connect with me in LA can follow my account @ScannerPacific . Thank you all for your incredible support! 🙌7/7
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
8 months
UCPD and supporting agencies currently working to figure out this protest on the field
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
7 months
The air smells really smoky tonight near downtown Berkeley. Anyone else?
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
6 months
Even though I don’t cover Berkeley anymore I have listened to what I can remotely. This did come in as a potential active shooter at 711 Harrison. On arrival the suspect was GOA. BPD has located one victim which they have transported. (GSW to leg) A search is now underway.
@airplaneian
Ian Servin || @airplaneian.com on Bluesky
6 months
Not seeing any reporting on this yet, but sounds like there is an active shooting reported at the Harrison House Shelter in Berkeley. BPD and other area units responding.
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
7 months
CONGRATS @CalFootball ON THE WIN! #GoBears THE AXE REMAINS IN BERKELEY!
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
1 year
So a bit out of Berkeley, but Oakland PD currently dealing with a pony in the parking lot of Denny's at 601 Hegenberger Road 🐴
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
2 years
#UCBerkeley The shelter in place has been lifted.
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
4 months
Here is the UCPD dispatch audio from tonight's protest (and the resulting WarnMe's). The audio was provided by @airplaneian since I am no longer in Berkeley. Thank you! Things get crazy at 7 minutes onward.
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
1 year
Well, that will be it for my coverage today. After 5 hours of non-stop calls things are finally almost back to normal. I counted at least 99 weather-related calls today. NWS reported the max wind speed at Berkeley Marina today as 59 MPH-4:28 PM. #Berkeley
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
2 years
#UCBerkeley PD is still searching for the suspect. They have done a sweep through the building that they tracked the suspect to earlier in the day. He was not at the location. They will do another sweep to confirm.
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
2 years
Congrats @CalFootball ! Great win tonight Bears!
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
2 years
#UCBerkeley PD is continuing to sweep and clear buildings on the southern side of campus. So far the suspect has not been located. Many media orginizations have now arrived near the scene. *tweet delayed and building names not included for officer safety*
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
7 months
Hey all! I am heading out of town for Thanksgiving, but my systems/sites will remain online. If I get any priority notifications I will jump on to cover them. Have a safe week, full coverage will resume Sunday. 🦃
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
4 months
My understanding based on radio traffic is they have one suspect and an article (weapon) in custody. No victims. BPD is handling traffic only at this point, the case is UCPDs to investigate.
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
8 months
Helicopters over Berkeley are media. Nothing specific police or fire wise that is occurring right now.
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
1 year
Just a friendly reminder that it's the start of "dead week" (RRR) for UC Berkeley, which means you might hear yelling at 12am each night.
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
10 months
Audio from when shots fired went out. "We're calling everybody."
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
2 years
UCPD needs to do a better job utilizing the WarnMe system. Students are left in dark about what’s going on. I got multiple messages from students trying to get info as the alerts don’t provide any details. It even causes some people to go the scene to find out. @UCPD_Cal
@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
2 years
Continue to avoid the area of Telegraph and Durant. PD will be investigating this shooting scene for a while. @BerkeleyScanner ’s article has a good recap of events:
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
1 year
Statement released to residents today from Cal Housing
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
10 months
Today, I am releasing an early version of my new radio system that anyone can use to listen to BFD, BPD, or UCPD. It lets you listen live, toggle talk groups, focus on one channel, and review historical recordings.
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
8 months
Code-4, nothing found, building clear. FALSE. I hope they track down whoever called this in, waste of resources and very dangerous overall.
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
1 year
Berkeley Lab (Lot F) - Individual with cages trying to catch Turkeys 🦃 UCPD responding
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
1 year
Missed covering this but wanted to share this part: “Due to chronic short staffing...officers were unable to arrive at McDonald's until about 8:40” This was a major issue yesterday in the 12+ hours I was listening to the scanner, calls were holding for over an hour at points.
@BerkeleyScanner
The Berkeley Scanner
1 year
Police arrested a naked man in his 40s who was high on methamphetamine at the downtown Berkeley McDonald's, then went into the kitchen and yelled at terrified employees, BPD said. They fled in fear as he sprayed them with a fire extinguisher, police said.
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
7 months
Berkeley FD is working a rescue at Codornices Park. Subject has an ankle injury and is stuck at the bottom of the waterfall in the creek.
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
8 months
Hey all! I will be out of town until Saturday, so my coverage will be limited. All my systems and sites will remain online and I will try to jump on and cover any priority notifications I receive. Have a safe and fun #Halloween2023
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
4 months
There was an all-clear given. This is a static crime scene now. @airplaneian heard it as well. Traffic blockages are starting to be released. WarnMes are a priority for @SafeBearsOrg , and I know they are working to get them improved. Hopefully, we can get changes done ASAP.
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
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UCPD and coroner on scene at 2424 Haste. I was not going to cover this out of respect for the individual, but I have had multiple messages since Citizen stupidly released an alert about it. There was a confirmed DBF (Dead Body Found) in the boiler room. No other info available.
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
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"Confirmed lack of cooking knowledge" 😂
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
7 months
For the next month (excluding Thanksgiving), I'll be continuing my coverage of Berkeley. Stay tuned for a blog post on my site where I'll share details on how you can set up the same systems I've been running if anyone wants to carry the torch! 5/7
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
1 year
This is what is hitting Berkeley right now
@DrewTumaABC7
Drew Tuma
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This is just……incredible
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
2 years
The reported shots fired at Doe Library ( #UCBerkeley ) is a false alarm. Current reports show it was possibly balloons popping causing people to think it was a shooting.
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
2 years
#UCBerkeley The original perimeter setup two hours ago is now being torn down. All buildings within the area were searched and cleared. The shelter in place remains in effect at this time. Suspect has still not been found.
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
9 months
That will be it for my coverage today. Will be back #ScannerOn tomorrow. Has been one of the craziest days in a while. Stay safe! 💤
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
1 year
@rawsalerts The individual was then transferred to the Saint Francis Memorial Hospital Bothin Burn Center in San Fransisco. Also being held on a 5150 hold. The last I heard, he was still in critical condition.
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
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That will be it for my coverage today. Will be back tomorrow. It has been a crazy one… stay safe. Goodnight!
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
1 year
Sather Tower ( @CalFalconCam ) - Drone Flying RP actively looking for the responsible, requesting area check UCPD responding
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
1 year
For those up in the Bay Area following the Monterey Park shooting, they have a possible suspect surrounded at the moment. Coverage is on @ScannerPacific
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
10 months
PD reporting ~100 person group inside Target. Units keeping a close eye to ensure it does not turn into looting. Otherwise, outside units are going mobile to patrol the area before clearing the scene. This is about over now.
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
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@KTVU Third suspect just taken into custody after the K9 search
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
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Official Xfinity Statement on the ongoing Berkeley Outage “The outage issue was caused by vandals who caused damage to our Comcast fiber cables in the area, taking down services for nearly 5k-6k of our customers. With that being said, unfortunately, all services in the area are
@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
9 months
Well Xfinity seems to be down and took all my radio systems with it. Anyone having an outage in Berkeley?
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Scan Berkeley
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2324 Shattuck - Battery (242) At starbucks. Fight broke out between 40-50 kids and adults. BHS students. Berkeley PD responding
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
7 months
It's been almost two years covering Berkeley; I've had the privilege to meet countless amazing people – from reporters and photographers to many Berkeley first responders. (Special shoutout to @BerkeleyScanner and @Yeegeefoto ) 2/7
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
2 years
Barricades have been put up around central campus
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
2 years
Protests (unrelated to the strike) are planned on the #UCBerkeley campus today. Due to the highly controversial nature of the speaker being protested, some protester and speaker exchanges will occur. Always remember to be aware of your surroundings and avoid conflict with others.
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Scan Berkeley
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Major scene at 7th/Grayson this morning. Sounds like there was a ADW against PD by attempted vehicle ramming and shots fired. Based on radio traffic this will be an Officer Involved Shooting @BerkeleyScanner @henrykleeKTVU CPR was started for one suspect prior to FD arrival
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
9 months
UCPD getting calls of smoke now They will do area checks but 99% sure it relates to air quality from Oregon
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
7 months
@henrykleeKTVU @StarChaseLLC @ACSOSheriffs @berkeleypolice @BPA_policeunion This was back on 11/5 I believe. Great example of the device doing what it’s designed for.
@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
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College & Manila. Two detained. BPD had live tracking which I withheld for officer safety. Great work by ACSO with the StarChase device. Sounds like no TC, just a felony stop. Bit of a mess of communications at the end.
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
8 months
It has been a very long day today. I am heading off unless I get any priority notifications. Have a great and safe night! 💤
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
1 month
This is for a group who have entered and for the time being, taken over the closed building. Units advising they have witnessed windows being broken, fences cut, and other acts of vandalism. They have mentioned the group is equating the occupation of People’s Park and Palestine
@BerkeleyScanner
The Berkeley Scanner
1 month
Via UCPD: AVOID THE AREA of Anna Head - 2538 Channing - until further notice 05-15-202413:48:19. Police are responding to the scene. Police activity near the intersection of Bowditch and Channing.
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
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UCPD has a large response on the way to the Valley Life Science Building currently. RP claiming two people with AR-15s and shooting inside the building. The caller is not sounding that legit so units working to check this out. No activation on ShotSpotter
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
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Additionally, I am working on creating a historical collection of all the 180k+ transmissions I've collected. I'll also be keeping this account archived but active and collaborating with @SafeBears , so I'll remain involved in public safety efforts in Berkeley. 6/7
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
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Hello! Welcome to the Scanner Berkeley page! I cover current incidents, pursuits, fires, etc in Berkeley and surrounding areas. Mainly monitoring Berkeley FD/PD & UCPD Reports are unconfirmed and reflect scanner traffic My Los Angeles coverage can be found at @ScannerPacific
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
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Oakland PD is in pursuit of a 245 possible 187 via GSW suspect. Last seen heading out of Berkeley from Tunnel Road and the Uplands, It is a white SUV, possibly a Lexus, 4RKU339 with a black male juvenile suspect, black hoodie and dreadlocks. @925mlbfan @TigerStripePM
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Scan Berkeley
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
1 year
This wind is insane! Walking home, umbrellas are useless. Everyone around is soaked 🌧️❄️
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
1 year
Dispatch is overwhelmed with 911 calls currently. Reminder: only call 911 in an emergency. Use the non-emergency line for other reports.
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
1 year
Just a reminder that CitizenApp is not always accurate or correct. They have failed to update information about the downtown scene, and their headline is just causing more panic (even after other information was confirmed). @CitizenApp , you can do much better...
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2 years
I am actively listening to UCBerkeley frequencies, so far nothing explaining what’s going on has been said. Quite quiet actually. I highly advise following the shelter in place until notified otherwise. Will continue to listen and provide information when I hear it.
@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
2 years
Working on figuring out whats going on. Updates to follow.
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Scan Berkeley
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I am currently stuck at Embarcadero due to this person on the tracks. Expect major BART delays. @Bartfare is streaming the audio.
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Bart Fare Evaders
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
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Hi Berkeley People 👋 Just a heads up CHP is tracking a vehicle in Berkeley, not in active pursuit. @925mlbfan SB 4th from Gilman
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
10 months
Things have calmed down. Units going floor by floor making announcements. The mall is CLOSED. Groups are dispersing. Today is National Cinema Day, lot's of people went for $4 tickets. You have every agency in the area assisting with this. BPD, CHP, Sheriff, Oakland, Albany, etc
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
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There is a planned "UC Berkeley Shutdown" protest today at 12:30pm on the Campanile Steps. This protest is based on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. My scanner updates/coverage will be under this tweet thread. Expect possible news helicopters once again.
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
1 year
Main Stacks Library (UC Berkeley) - Structure Fire Berkeley FD responding
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
2 years
#UCBerkeley No change in the current search. PD is continuing to search for the suspect. They are focusing mostly around southern-campus area. Though the whole campus is still under a shelter in place order.
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Scan Berkeley
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
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Audio from when shots fired went out. "We're calling everybody."
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Scan Berkeley
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Oakland PD currently following a vehicle via helicopter on Skyline Blvd
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Scan Berkeley
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That will be it for my coverage today. Going to try and get some extra rest after this crazy day. Will be back #ScannerOn tomorrow. Stay safe! 💤💤
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
1 year
The jet which was doing low passes around the bay seems to be heading back to the airport in Mountain View. Did a few passes over Berkeley during the flight.
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
1 year
Here is the cause of the fire
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
7 months
For the many of you who sent me lovely messages over the years, thank you. I'm glad that my coverage could be of help when it was needed most. To those who generously donated, you made much of this possible; the entire community is grateful. 4/7
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Scan Berkeley
1 year
@ScannerPacific The standoff is over. One male was found deceased in the vehicle by SWAT. It will take a while to identify and release information; expect a news conference later at some point. A full rundown of events can be found on @ScannerPacific My coverage has ended for the moment.
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
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For those wondering about the AVOID THE AREA WarnMe it relates to an incident due to a subject with a knife and machete near Telegraph & Durant Suspect was hit with less than lethal and was not affected. Working to learn more remotely
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
8 months
Just got an earthquake alert
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@ScanBerkeley
Scan Berkeley
8 months
Good Morning! I am flying back to Berkeley and my full coverage will resume tonight! ✈️
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