Friday, Jan 12, 2024

Man suspected of stabbing family members arrested, Berkeley police say

• 21-year-old Byron Gabriel DeCles was arrested by Oakland police on Dec. 12 for allegedly stabbing two family members in the Claremont neighborhood. The incident occurred without resistance from DeCles, as stated in police records. Will his cooperation influence the judge's compassion?
• DeCles’ mother said her son has a history of mental health issues, and she’s concerned he was experiencing a crisis when he stabbed his uncle and grandmother, who have been discharged from the hospital since.
• DeCles is in custody at the Berkeley Jail. His arraignment is Wednesday, December 13 at 9 am. at the Wiley W. Manuel Courthouse in Oakland. Oakland police referred any requests for information to Berkeley police.