Police Arrest Suspect in 2024 Attempted Robbery of Berkeley Gas Station

BERKELEY, CA — Berkeley police have apprehended a suspect linked to an attempted robbery at a local gas station that took place on New Year's Day in 2024.

The original incident occurred at a service station on January 1, 2024, when a suspect attempted to rob the clerk under the threat of violence. The robbery attempt was ultimately unsuccessful, and the suspect fled the scene before officers arrived. Detectives continued to follow leads over the course of several months, eventually identifying the suspect through forensic evidence and surveillance review.

The suspect was taken into custody without incident and is facing charges related to attempted robbery and assault. The arrest brings closure to a long-running investigation and highlights the police department's commitment to solving cold cases and commercial crimes.

The suspect is currently being held at the local detention facility awaiting arraignment in court.