Three Deceased in the 2800 Block of Martin Luther King Jr. Way
For Immediate Release August 26, 2022
OPD NEWS:
Three Deceased in the 2800 Block of Martin Luther King Jr. Way
The Oakland Police Department (OPD) is investigating a shooting that occurred this evening, August 26, 2022, just after 7:15 PM, in the 2800 block of Martin Luther King Jr. Way. Officers were dispatched to the area to investigate a ShotSpotter activation.
Upon arrival, officers located two individuals suffering from multiple gunshot wounds, and a bicyclist who was struck by a vehicle. All three individuals were pronounced deceased on scene.
Homicide and Traffic callouts were initiated, and investigators responded to begin the follow-up investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting(s) and fatal vehicle collision. The victims’ identities are being withheld pending notification to next of kin.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Homicide Section at (510) 238-3821 or the TIP LINE at (510) 238-7950.
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