BREAKING: An urgent investigation is underway following a fatal shooting in East Oakland that claimed the life of a 32-year-old man on Friday night. The shooting occurred at approximately 9:20 p.m. outside in the 2800 block of 35th Avenue, activating a gunshot detection system alert.
Authorities report that the victim was rushed to a nearby hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. The shooter remains unidentified, and police have not disclosed a motive behind this tragic incident. As of now, the name of the victim and his city of residence have not been released.
This incident marks the 66th homicide in Oakland for 2025, and notably, it is the second fatal shooting in less than 24 hours. Earlier on Friday, at around 3:15 a.m., a 28-year-old man was shot and killed, while another individual sustained injuries in a separate incident on Solano Way in the San Antonio district.
As the city grapples with a rising homicide rate, police statistics reveal a stark comparison: at this point last year, Oakland had already recorded 78 homicides. The community is urged to remain vigilant as authorities seek to uncover details surrounding these violent acts.
Anyone with information regarding the shooting on 35th Avenue is strongly encouraged to contact investigators at 510-238-3821 or 510-238-7950. Your tips could be crucial in bringing justice to the victims and their families.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops. The urgency of these incidents highlights the need for community awareness and action to combat violence in Oakland.
