On September 7, 2009, New Orleans native and student Desiree Davis, 17, was tragically killed in a still-unsolved shooting in Oakland. The Oakland Police Department (OPD) is asking for community assistance in the case, in hopes of providing closure for Davis' family. The OPD's call to action also promises a reward for information that leads to an arrest.
Despite the Emeryville border's usual serenity, Davis was one of six minors killed in Oakland that year. On the day of the incident, she had been a pedestrian when a red car pulled up and fired over 20 shots. Her murder, as reported by ABC7 News, left the local residents shaken and seeking answers.
Desiree's friend Arliss Daniels told ABC7 News: "She came down here expecting the best and she wasn't involved in any kind of gang-related stuff. That's why it came as a shock, really." To this day, there are no leads regarding the motivation behind the attack or its culprits. The mystery surrounding the incident continues to perplex all involved.
The pursuit of justice for Desiree Davis has continued throughout the years. Institutions like the OPD, CrimeStoppers of Oakland, and the FBI have allied to offer a reward with hopes to jog any potential leads and ensure her case will not be forgotten. Should you have any information, please direct it to the OPD Homicide Section at (510) 238-3821 or the TIP LINE at (510) 238-7950.
