'Reckless' driver slams into OPD car, suspect gets away
Oakland police said that a person who was driving "recklessly" ended up slamming into an unoccupied police car before driving off and losing officers somewhere near the Caldecott tunnel.
Oakland police said that a person who was driving "recklessly" ended up slamming into an unoccupied police car before driving off and losing officers somewhere near the Caldecott tunnel.
Oakland Police Commission investigators find 2 officers not truthful, violated policies after deadly chase
The investigative arm of the Oakland Police Commission has found that two officers accused of starting an unauthorized deadly chase – and then didn't stay on scene to help -- were not truthful, compromised a criminal case and did not perform their duties, among other policy violations.
The investigative arm of the Oakland Police Commission has found that two officers accused of starting an unauthorized deadly chase – and then didn't stay on scene to help -- were not truthful, compromised a criminal case and did not perform their duties, among other policy violations.
Oakland officer struck by car while investigating stolen truck
An Oakland police officer was struck and injured by a car Friday morning while working to get a stolen pickup truck towed away, the department said.
An Oakland police officer was struck and injured by a car Friday morning while working to get a stolen pickup truck towed away, the department said.
Oakland police turn to social media to help combat car burglaries
Oakland police are asking if people see a car burglary they should post that information on @OaklandAutoBurg, either in a thread or message.
Oakland police are asking if people see a car burglary they should post that information on @OaklandAutoBurg, either in a thread or message.
Oakland First Fridays too expensive to operate, takes a pause, hurting small businesses
Oakland First Fridays is taking a hiatus from January through March 2024. Event organizers cite high operating costs keeping them from putting the event together. Now, they’re looking for new sources of funding.
Oakland First Fridays is taking a hiatus from January through March 2024. Event organizers cite high operating costs keeping them from putting the event together. Now, they’re looking for new sources of funding.
Woman fatally shot while driving in Oakland
Homicide investigators said a 30-year-old woman was fatally shot Saturday night while driving in east Oakland.
Homicide investigators said a 30-year-old woman was fatally shot Saturday night while driving in east Oakland.
Stolen food truck recovered by Oakland police, but key equipment missing
A small business owner is counting her blessings after her stolen food truck was recovered by Oakland police.
A small business owner is counting her blessings after her stolen food truck was recovered by Oakland police.
Oakland Police Commission's Selection Panel gets a new panelist, political infighting continues
Civil rights attorney Jim Chanin has been replaced from the Oakland Police Commission’s Selection Panel after serving on an at-will basis for nearly a year-and-a-half.
Civil rights attorney Jim Chanin has been replaced from the Oakland Police Commission’s Selection Panel after serving on an at-will basis for nearly a year-and-a-half.
Judge drops 1 charge against veteran OPD officer Phong Tran
A judge in Alameda County has tossed out one of the charges against a veteran homicide investigator for the Oakland Police Department. Judge Scott Patton dismissed a single charge of attempted bribery of a witness against Officer Phong Tran, saying his actions were just part of routine police work.
A judge in Alameda County has tossed out one of the charges against a veteran homicide investigator for the Oakland Police Department. Judge Scott Patton dismissed a single charge of attempted bribery of a witness against Officer Phong Tran, saying his actions were just part of routine police work.
Oakland sees 100th homicide of year after shooting in East Oakland park
One person was killed and two were wounded in a shooting at Peralta Hacienda Historical Park in East Oakland, police said Saturday. The shooting marks Oakland's 100th homicide of 2023.
One person was killed and two were wounded in a shooting at Peralta Hacienda Historical Park in East Oakland, police said Saturday. The shooting marks Oakland's 100th homicide of 2023.
Oakland police provide clarity, announce arrests over recent robberies, carjackings
Oakland police have shed some light on some recent robberies and violent crimes throughout the city in a press conference held Friday.
Oakland police have shed some light on some recent robberies and violent crimes throughout the city in a press conference held Friday.
Oakland police officer suspended for sexual misconduct while on duty
An Oakland police officer has been placed on leave for sexual misconduct.
An Oakland police officer has been placed on leave for sexual misconduct.
LeRonne Armstrong among police commission's chief candidates; infighting still persists
Among the list of top candidates is LeRonne Armstrong, the former chief who was fired by the Mayor in February.
Among the list of top candidates is LeRonne Armstrong, the former chief who was fired by the Mayor in February.
5 people shot in separate incidents overnight
Oakland Police have updated information on a shooting that occurred Saturday night.
Oakland Police have updated information on a shooting that occurred Saturday night.
Oakland police ask public for help in unsolved 2009 killing
Anyone with information is asked to call the department's homicide section at (510) 238-3821 or the tip line at (510) 238-7950.
Anyone with information is asked to call the department's homicide section at (510) 238-3821 or the tip line at (510) 238-7950.
Gunshot victim trapped in car dies in Oakland: Police
The Oakland Police Department has confirmed a fatal shooting of a victim inside a vehicle Friday afternoon.
The Oakland Police Department has confirmed a fatal shooting of a victim inside a vehicle Friday afternoon.
76-year-old escapes from intruder during a home invasion in East Oakland
A 76-year-old woman was home alone in East Oakland when, suddenly, her phone alerted her that someone was at the front door. She then heard loud noises, and, instinctively, knew it was a break-in. The intruder didn't get away with much, but he did steal her sense of security.
A 76-year-old woman was home alone in East Oakland when, suddenly, her phone alerted her that someone was at the front door. She then heard loud noises, and, instinctively, knew it was a break-in. The intruder didn't get away with much, but he did steal her sense of security.
Oakland police arrest 10 alleged gang members, recover a dozen guns
Nine adults and one teenager are facing weapons-related charges and all suspected of being part of the “Ghost Town" gang. A dozen firearms were recovered.
Nine adults and one teenager are facing weapons-related charges and all suspected of being part of the “Ghost Town" gang. A dozen firearms were recovered.
Oakland teen safely located, no longer missing: Police
Oakland police announced Wednesday that 17-year-old Joseph Eisner-Gordon is no longer considered a missing person as he's been safely located.
Oakland police announced Wednesday that 17-year-old Joseph Eisner-Gordon is no longer considered a missing person as he's been safely located.
14-year-old girl who went missing out of Oakland safely located
Oakland police say a 14-year-old girl who went missing has been safely located.
Oakland police say a 14-year-old girl who went missing has been safely located.