Is it safe to walk alone at night in Berkeley?

Don't walk alone after dark. UCPD offers night safety services including walking escorts and shuttles to get you safely to your destination. For more information (opens in a new tab), hours, and maps of the service areas visit the BearWALK website (opens in a new tab).



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