A 57-year-old man is fighting for his life after being shot multiple times in East Oakland on Sunday night. The victim, whose address has not been confirmed by the authorities, remains in critical but stable condition as of Monday.
The incident occurred around 9:53 p.m. in the 8500 block of Holly Street, a predominantly residential area. Prompted by a gunshot detection system alert, officers swiftly arrived at the scene to find the man lying unresponsive in the middle of the street. He had sustained several gunshot wounds to the lower part of his body.
Emergency medical services were immediately summoned, and the victim was swiftly transported to a nearby hospital by ambulance. The motive behind the shooting remains under investigation, and no arrests have been made thus far. The police have not released any information regarding potential suspects.
In an effort to gather more information and bring the perpetrator to justice, the Oakland Police Department and Crime Stoppers of Oakland are offering a reward of up to $5,000. They urge anyone with relevant information to come forward and assist in the investigation. If you have any details that could aid in identifying the shooter, please contact the police at 510-238-3426 or reach out to Crime Stoppers at 510-777-8572.
The community is left shaken by this act of violence, and residents are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities. As the investigation unfolds, the police will continue their efforts to ensure the safety and security of the neighborhood.
