A late-night argument in a North Oakland store parking lot turned deadly Thursday when a 33-year-old man was shot and later died at a hospital, authorities said.
The shooting happened around 10:05 p.m. in a parking lot in the 5900 block of Market Street. Oakland police said an argument broke out and escalated before shots were fired. The suspect took off before officers arrived, and the victim, whose name has not been released, could not be saved despite being rushed to a hospital.
Investigators believe the victim was a San Leandro resident and are still trying to figure out why he was in Oakland that night, according to the East Bay Times. Detectives are also working to determine what sparked the argument and whether the men knew each other. The paper reports the killing is the 61st homicide Oakland police have investigated so far this year.
Police Investigation And How To Help
Oakland police said they have not released a detailed description of the shooter and are still interviewing witnesses and collecting evidence at the scene. The department is asking anyone with information to contact the homicide section at 510-238-3821 or the tip line at 510-238-7950. Photos and video can be emailed to [email protected]. Oakland police said investigators are following up on leads.
What Investigators Say
Detectives told reporters they are working to piece together a timeline of what happened and are not releasing further details while they notify the man’s next of kin. The East Bay Times reported that investigators are urging anyone who saw the incident to get in touch with homicide detectives.
