Gunfire erupts during Berkeley domestic violence call, suspect arrested

Police recovered shell casings and a discarded firearm after the incident near Ashby Avenue and Carrison Street.

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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Berkeley police arrested a man early Saturday after reports of gunfire connected to a domestic violence call near Ashby Avenue and Carrison Street, marking the city's fourth non-injury shooting this year. Officers recovered shell casings and a discarded firearm, and the suspect—who previously won compensation after a dismissed Oakland murder case—is now held at Berkeley Jail on multiple gun and vandalism allegations.

Why it matters

Domestic violence incidents involving firearms are a serious public safety concern, and this case highlights the ongoing challenges Berkeley faces with gun violence and repeat offenders. The arrest also raises questions about the suspect's history and mental health issues.

The details

According to police, officers responded to a domestic violence call in the early hours of Saturday morning near the intersection of Ashby Avenue and Carrison Street. Upon arrival, they encountered a suspect who had allegedly fired a weapon. No injuries were reported, but officers recovered shell casings and a discarded firearm at the scene. The suspect, whose identity has not been released, was arrested and is now being held at Berkeley Jail on multiple charges related to the incident, including gun and vandalism allegations. Authorities noted that the suspect had previously received compensation after a dismissed murder case in Oakland.

  • The incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday, March 8, 2026.

The players

Berkeley Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that responded to the domestic violence call and arrested the suspect.

The suspect

A man who was arrested in connection with the gunfire incident and is being held at Berkeley Jail on multiple charges.

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What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow the suspect out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing challenges Berkeley faces with gun violence and domestic violence incidents, as well as the need for continued efforts to address repeat offenders and ensure public safety in the community.