Crime & Safety
Several People Shot During Oakland Juneteenth Celebrations Near Lake Merritt
According to police, a fight then broke out and as the crowd headed towards it, multiple shots were fired.
June 20, 2024
Several people were shot Wednesday night during Juneteenth celebrations near Lake Merritt in Oakland, according to police.
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Police said that around 8:15 p.m., around 5,000 people were participating in Juneteenth-related celebrations around Lake Merritt when an illegal sideshow involving vehicles and motorbikes took place in the area of Grand and Bellevue avenues.
According to police, a fight then broke out and as the crowd headed towards it, multiple shots were fired. Several victims were struck by the gunfire.
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