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As Oakland’s Finest Mourns the Loss of One of Own Every Police Officer is Determined to Bring This Cop Killer to Justice.
Dec 30, 2023
Contact: Oakland Police Officers' Association
Phone: (510) 834-9670
Email: policeofficers@opoa.org
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
As Oakland’s Finest Mourns the Loss of One of Own Every Police Officer is Determined to Bring This Cop Killer to Justice.
OAKLAND, CA – Around 4:30 AM, Oakland Police Officers responded to a burglary in progress in the area of Jack London Square. During the response an Oakland Police Officer was ambushed and shot. Officers on scene transported the wounded officer to the hospital where medical staff worked valiantly to save his life. Sadly, at 8:44 AM the officer passed away with his family and Oakland Police Officers by his side. This officer became the 54th Oakland Police Officer to be killed in the line of duty serving the residents of Oakland.
Oakland Police Officers’ Association President Barry Donelan responded to events by stating: “Our members are devastated by this unwarranted attack and the loss of one of our family. I am proud of the officers who responded this morning and carried their brother to the hospital on their shoulders. Their actions personified what it means to be an Oakland police officer.” Donelan continued, “As we mourn, rest assured that we are also determined to bring this cop killer to justice.”
Anyone with information on the whereabouts of the suspect in this case should contact the Oakland Police Department.
Chief Darren Allison will conduct a press conference detailing events at 1pm today.
About the Oakland Police Officers’ Association: The Oakland Police Officers’ Association (OPOA) represents all sworn members within the Oakland Police Department. Representing the hardest working Police Officers in America. The OPOA can be found on the Web at www.opoa.org.
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About the Oakland Police Officers’ Association: The Oakland Police Officers’ Association (OPOA) represents all sworn members at all ranks within the Oakland Police Department. Representing the hardest working Police Officers in America. The OPOA can be found on the Web at www.opoa.org.
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