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Tragedy: Former Youtube CEO’s Son Found Dead at University of California, Berkeley Campus

BERKELEY, California – Marco Troper, the son of former YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki, was discovered dead in his dorm at the University of California, Berkeley, according to local officials and the student’s family. Troper, 19, was found unresponsive on campus last week and was later confirmed to have passed away on February 13. The Alameda County Coroner’s Office reported that they were handling the autopsy, while the cause and manner of death were pending as …

Heartbroken Mother Recognizes Son Among Fatalities in Tragic Berkeley Shelter Incident

Berkeley, CA – In a tragic incident at a homeless shelter in Berkeley, a mother has come forward identifying her son as the victim of a fatal shooting. The heart-wrenching revelation came after authorities reported an altercation at the shelter that led to gunfire, resulting in a man’s death. The victim has been identified as 33-year-old Terrell Wells by his mother, who expressed overwhelming grief and disbelief over the incident. The shooting took place late …

Tragic Shooting at Berkeley Homeless Shelter Results in Fatalities

Berkeley, Calif. — A tragic incident at a Berkeley shelter has left one man dead following a shooting, according to police authorities. The violence erupted inside a facility dedicated to serving the unhoused population, sparking concerns about safety in spaces meant to offer refuge. This alarming event unfolded late Saturday evening at the shelter located in downtown Berkeley, a city known for its progressive approaches to homelessness. Authorities are currently investigating the incident and have …

Tragic Incident: Fatal Shooting Occurs Inside Berkeley Homeless Shelter

Berkeley, Calif. — A violent altercation inside a Berkeley homeless shelter resulted in the fatal shooting of a man, local police reported. The incident, which unfolded late Sunday evening, has escalated concerns about safety in facilities serving some of the city’s most vulnerable populations. Police arrived at the scene shortly after being notified about the shooting at the downtown shelter. Upon arrival, they discovered a man suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Despite efforts to save …

Arrested: Shots Fired at UC Berkeley Campus Lead to Police Investigation

BERKELEY, Calif. – One person was arrested after shots were fired at the University of California, Berkeley. The incident occurred at Lower Sproul Plaza, resulting in a shelter in place being lifted. Campus police reported that there were no injuries after the shooting. Following the incident, the university’s authorities stated that the suspect is now in custody, with an ongoing investigation into the shooting. The police have not released any information about the possible motive …

Protesters Disrupt UC Berkeley Commencement Ceremony

Berkeley, California – The recent commencement ceremony at UC Berkeley was disrupted by protesters who gathered in the stadium to voice their concerns. The event, which was meant to celebrate the achievements of graduating students, took an unexpected turn as the protesters made their presence known. The crowd of protesters, chanting slogans and holding signs, attracted attention from both attendees and the media. The disruption drew in hundreds of onlookers, creating a stir at the …

Confrontation Over Israel-Hamas War Erupts at UC Berkeley Law School Dean’s Dinner Event

Oakland, California – A celebratory dinner for graduating UC Berkeley law students turned contentious when an altercation broke out over the Israel-Hamas conflict, free speech, and allegations of anti-Muslim and anti-Jewish sentiments. The event, hosted by School of Law Dean Erwin Chemerinsky and his wife, law school professor Catherine Fisk, at their Oakland home, quickly spiraled into chaos as a Palestinian American law student attempted to address the Palestinian situation in Gaza and call for …