Oakland police fatally shoot armed man who allegedly pointed gun at residents, officers

Armed man shot and killed by Oakland police

A man who was armed with a gun was shot and killed by police in Oakland on Monday after police say he was in the streets pointing his gun at residents and officers. 

OAKLAND, Calif. - Authorities said Oakland police officers fatally shot a man who was allegedly armed and pointing a gun at residents and responding officers.

911 callers report armed man

What we know:

Interim Police Chief James Beere said 911 calls came in around 3:50 p.m. reporting a man in the 1800 block of 89th Avenue near Birch Street, pointing a gun at people in the area and motorists.

When officers arrived, they made contact with the suspect, who then pointed a weapon at police, Beere said.

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Officers open fire

Dig deeper:

Several officers opened fire, striking the man. He was later pronounced dead, Beere said. His identity has not been released, and the investigation remains ongoing.

Beere said a firearm was recovered at the scene and is believed to be connected to the suspect.

Police activity in East Oakland

Oakland police said officers in the1800 block of 89th Avenue investigating.

Scene secure

Why you should care:

A large police presence remained in the area, with officers blocking off the intersection at 89th Avenue and Birch Street. At least four evidence markers were placed at the scene, though authorities have not said what evidence was identified.

One person appeared to be injured on a nearby sidewalk and was transported to a local hospital. Authorities have not confirmed whether that person was the suspect or if they are connected to the investigation.