Crime & Safety

Man Shot To Death In West Oakland

The victim's name has not yet been released.

OAKLAND, CA — A man was fatally shot in West Oakland on Wednesday evening, police said.

Officers who responded to reports of a shooting in the 3100 block of West Street at 7:18 p.m. Wednesday found the man suffering from a gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene, according to police.

The victim's name is being withheld pending notification of his next of kin.

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Oakland police said their investigation into the shooting is ongoing and anyone who has information about it is asked to contact their homicide unit at (510) 238-3821.

— Bay City News; Image via Shutterstock

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