Bay Area/ Oakland

Suspected Oakley Teen Killer Apprehended

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Published on October 26, 2023
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The Oakley, California community received some solace yesterday, as the Oakley Police Department and the United States Marshals Service apprehended 18-year-old Jason Walizada. Walizada is the primary suspect in a crime involving the murder of a 16-year-old boy and injuries to three other teenagers that occurred on October 21 on Shannon Way, as the Oakley Police Department reported on Facebook.

Oakley Police Chief Paul Beard stated that the case has profoundly impacted many lives, creating a necessity for thorough justice.

Walizada's arrest unraveled progressively in the investigation. In the days since the shooting occurred, Oakley Police Department investigators have interviewed several potential witnesses and analyzed copious amounts of electronic and digital evidence. As per Chief Beard, the investigation is not solely centered around Walizada.

The Oakley Police Department is investigating the case, with assistance from the United States Marshals Service and other agencies. Chief Beard commended the investigators for their work to date and promised to keep everyone informed about further developments.