City of Oakland California

The Oakland Police Department wants to publicly express our concern over the incident involving a deer in East Oakland on Saturday. The shooting of the deer by police officers is an unfortunate event and we are disturbed by the situation. more »

The Oakland Police Department will honor the officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice and given their lives while performing the duties of an Oakland Police Officer. The 14th Annual Police Officer Memorial will take place in the lobby of the Oakland Police Administration Building (P.A.B.) at 455 7th St at 10:30 A.M. more »

Oakland (CA) – On April 24, 2010, at 11:18 pm, Oakland Police Officers were dispatched to 68th Avenue and International Boulevard on a report of a vehicle crashing into a house. Prior to the collision, a CHP unit had attempted to stop a black 1997 Chevy Camaro that was traveling eastbound in the 5900 block of International Boulevard at an approximate speed of 85 mph. more »

The Oakland Police Department wants to make the public aware of several robberies that have taken place during the month of April. The victims are being lured by ads featuring vehicles and other items for sale in Oakland. The victims arrive at the designated meeting place and are robbed at gun point. The suspects have been described as African-American males between 25-30 years old. more »

(Oakland, CA) On April 22, 2010, at 9:40 AM, two Oakland Police Officers contacted a man in the 600 block of Douglas Avenue while on routine patrol. This area is high in crime and narcotics related offenses. The officers attempted to contact a male who fled on foot and was observed discarding suspected contraband. more »

On Monday, April 19, 2010, the Oakland Police Department will take another step toward its goal of having 803 officers. Twenty-two police officer trainees will begin the process of becoming Oakland police officers by attending a basic police academy. more »

SACRAMENTO – Members of a statewide anti-crime organization made up of 400 police chiefs, sheriffs, district attorneys and victims of violence went to the State Capitol today to urge legislators and administration staff to protect state-funded programs proven to keep children from becoming involved in crime. Oakland Police Chief Anthony Batts and other FIGHT CRIME: INVEST IN KIDS California members from throughout the state participated in individual meetings with 20 lawmakers and staff, and met with key officials from the Governor’s office. more »

The Oakland Police Department is conducting an educational and awareness campaign to address robberies in Area 2 (Lake Merritt Area to High Street). Although the number of robberies is down over previous years, we must remain focused on ending them altogether. Over the next week, police and city personnel will distribute safety awareness information in the effected neighborhoods. more »

The Oakland Police Department will be conducting a DUI/Drivers License checkpoint on Friday, April 30th, 2010, from 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol involved crashes, DUI checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving. more »