The Oakland Police Department (OPD) and US Marshals arrested Mercedes Dunlap for sexual assault and armed robbery.
The incident occurred on August 28, 2022, in the 2900 block of Parker Avenue.
OPD investigators presented the criminal case, and the individual was charged by the Alameda County District Attorney's Office charged Dunlap with the crimes.
We thank our community for their help in the arrest of the individual.
Background:
The Oakland Police Department (OPD) is requesting the community’s assistance in identifying an individual wanted in connection with attempted rape and robbery.
On August 28, 2022, just after 9:30 AM, Oakland Police Officers responded to a report of the crime in the 2900 block of Parker Avenue.
The victim told officers they were walking in the 2900 block of Parker Avenue when an individual armed with a firearm approached from behind and told the victim to “shut up.”
The individual tackled the victim to the ground and began sexually assaulting them. The victim screamed for help and yelled, “Call the Police!” This caused the individual to run away with the victim’s cell phone.
The armed individual is described as a Black male in his 30’s, 5’10” tall. He was wearing, a blue beanie, a red jacket with Wisconsin on the front, dark pants, and red shoes. If you recognize this individual or know anything about this case, we urgently ask you to contact the OPD Special Victims Unit at (510) 238-3641 or the TIP LINE at (510) 238-7950.
