Hayward was rocked by a fatal shooting yesterday, with a 55-year-old resident tragically killed. Police officers responded to a shooting report near the 400 block of Berry Avenue around 2:46 p.m., finding the victim with gunshot wounds, as reported by the Hayward Police Department. This marks the city's ninth homicide in 2023.

To protect the privacy of their family, the victim's identity will not be disclosed. Currently, no one is in custody, and the local police are persevering with an active investigation, according to their latest statement.

The local police department, the victim's family, and the community have urged anyone with information related to this homicide to assist the investigation. Detective Green can be contacted at 510-293-7176; even minor details may aid in piecing the incident together.