Suspect shot by Oakland PD after attempting to flee traffic stop, 2 officers, suspect injured
May 08, 2026
(KRON) -- A suspect who allegedly tried to flee during a traffic stop, putting officers in harm's way, was shot by the Oakland Police Department Friday morning. According to OPD, patrol officers initiated a vehicle stop at 3:15 a.m. in the 1200 block of 9th Avenue.
During the stop, police noticed a
firearm in plain view. The suspect attempted to flee, dragging one officer and pinning another between the suspect vehicle and a parked car.
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It was then, police said, that one of the officers fired at the suspect, striking and wounding them. Officers performed life-saving measures to assist the suspect until paramedics arrived.
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Both officers were transported to a hospital and are in stable condition, police said. The suspect was also taken to a hospital and is likewise, in stable condition.
In accordance with policy, both officers will be placed on paid administrative leave. The incident is under an internal OPD investigation and is also being independently investigated by the Alameda County District Attorney's Office and the Community Police Review Agency.
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