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Homicide Investigation in the 2800 block of MacArthur Boulevard

The Oakland Police Department is investigating a homicide that occurred on August 18, 2021, around 4:45 AM, in the 2800 block of MacArthur Boulevard. Officers were dispatched to investigate a report of a shooting.

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The Oakland Police Department is investigating a homicide that occurred on August 18, 2021, around 4:45 AM, in the 2800 block of MacArthur Boulevard. Officers were dispatched to investigate a report of a shooting.

Officers arrived on the scene and located a male with a gunshot wound(s). Officers administered aid to the victim until medical assistance arrived on the scene. Oakland Fire Department personnel responded to the scene and provided medical treatment. The victim was transported to an area hospital where he died.

Oakland Police Homicide Investigators responded to take over the investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death. The victim has been identified as a 33-year-old, male, Oakland resident. His identity is being withheld pending notification to next-of-kin.

Anyone with information can contact the Homicide Section at (510) 238-3821 or the TIP LINE at (510) 238-7950.

#OPDCARES initiative is about working together as a community to help stop the tragic loss of life and reduce the level of violence in our city. Collectively, we want to ensure Oaklanders and our visitors are safe in our community. When there is a loss of life in Oakland, it impacts us all.


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Posted: August 18th, 2021 10:00 AM

Last Updated: August 20th, 2021 2:17 PM

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