Two people were fatally shot at a residence in the Berkeley Hills near the UC Berkeley campus on Friday morning, according to local law enforcement.
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Verify & Continue ReadingOfficers from the Berkeley Police Department responded to reports of gunfire just before 11 a.m. on Friday. The incident occurred in the 400 block of Panoramic Way. This is a winding, heavily forested residential street that straddles the border between Berkeley and Oakland, situated just above the university campus.
Emergency Response and Investigation
Upon arrival, officers discovered two victims suffering from severe gunshot wounds. First responders immediately administered life-saving measures at the scene until fire department personnel arrived. Despite medical intervention, both victims succumbed to their injuries and were pronounced dead.
A heavy emergency response swarmed the neighborhood following the shooting. Police cruisers lined the narrow roadway, and aerial news helicopters monitored the scene. Because the specific location of the residence falls within jurisdictional boundaries, officials confirmed that the Oakland Police Department is leading the homicide investigation, with assistance from Berkeley police.
Community Impact Near UC Berkeley
The 400 block of Panoramic Way sits on Panoramic Hill. This is a historic and secluded neighborhood overlooking the southern edge of the UC Berkeley campus. The proximity to the university and the sudden influx of emergency services drew significant attention from residents and campus commuters alike.
The investigation remains active and fluid. Authorities have not yet released additional information regarding a possible motive, the identities of the victims, or whether law enforcement is actively searching for a suspect.
Key Details of the Incident
- Date and Time: Friday morning, just before 11 a.m. (Initial call logged around 10:48 a.m.)
- Location: 400 block of Panoramic Way, near the UC Berkeley campus.
- Agencies Involved: Berkeley Police Department and Oakland Police Department.
- Status: Ongoing homicide investigation led by Oakland police.
Local authorities urge anyone with information regarding the shooting to contact the Oakland Police Department’s homicide section as the investigation continues to develop.
