Cat Killed In Fire + Hatchet Attack: Berkeley, East Bay Crime News

BERKELEY, CA — Here are some of the public safety stories impacting the East Bay this week:

Cat Killed As Fire Damages Home

• Eight people were displaced by the fire.

Hatchet Attack At Restaurant: Police

• Police tracked down the suspect and arrested him.

Can You ID Suspects In Berkeley Riot?

• Some of the actions have been designated as "hate crimes."

Police Announce 8 Arrests For Retail Thefts

• The police department worked with the California Highway Patrol and businesses at the South Shore Shopping Center.

2 Cities Demand Better Ambulance Service In Alameda County

• Falck is a private company that provides ambulance service here. It has been fined hundreds of thousands of dollars for performance issues.