Multiple Injuries Reported After Shooting Incident at Oakland Juneteenth Celebration, Police Confirm

In Oakland, California, what began as a festive Juneteenth celebration turned violent when gunfire erupted, injuring several individuals, according to local police. The incident occurred during a gathering near Lake Merritt on Wednesday evening, which had initially been peaceful, drawing an estimated crowd of 5,000 attendees. However, tensions escalated when a sideshow involving motorbikes and vehicles took place at Bellevue and Grand avenues around 8:15 p.m.

According to Paul Chambers, Oakland Police Department's strategic communications manager, a fight broke out nearby, drawing a crowd. "During that fight multiple shots rang out," Chambers reported. The shooting occurred at approximately 8:45 p.m., resulting in several people being struck by gunfire. Although the exact number of injuries was not immediately confirmed, the injured were swiftly transported to a hospital. Fortunately, there were no reported fatalities.

Amidst the chaos, officers faced additional challenges as some individuals assaulted OPD personnel while attempting to restore order. Chambers indicated that at least one person was apprehended for assaulting an officer, though specifics on the number of officers targeted were not disclosed.

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The scene quickly swelled with law enforcement presence, including up to two dozen police vehicles and multiple ambulances, as reported by KTVU-TV. In total, 28 officers and four sergeants were deployed to monitor the situation, aiming to stabilize the environment amidst a tense and confrontational atmosphere.

Witnesses described the mood as chaotic, with some participants criticizing the police response, alleging delays in attending to the injured. This incident echoes a similar shooting during last year's Juneteenth celebration at Lake Merritt, which left six wounded and one person dead.

Currently, Oakland Police are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding Wednesday night's shooting, emphasizing the ongoing nature of their inquiry as they seek to ascertain motives and identify those responsible amidst heightened community concerns and scrutiny.

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