The Oakland Police Department is investigating a shooting that injured three people on July 8, 2024. OPD reports that the shooting occurred in the 1200 block of Harrison Street around 9 p.m. on July 8, 2024.
At the scene, responding officers found an adult male victim suffering from at least one gunshot wound. A second male victim was found with minor scratches. The shooting victim was transported to an area hospital where he’s listed in stable condition.
A short time later, authorities learned that a third victim was transported to an area hospital by private vehicle. The third victim is in stable condition. OPD says the preliminary investigation indicates that the victim was in the area when they were approached by several individuals on foot.
One was armed with a firearm and demanded the victims’ belongings. At some point, the armed individual discharged their firearm. Following the shooting, the suspects fled the area in a vehicle.
OPD found a casing, bullets, and a loaded firearm at the scene. Anyone with information is asked to contact OPD’s Felony Assault Unit at 510-238-3426.
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