John Beam, 'Last Chance U' Coach and Athletic Director, Dies After Oakland Shooting

Death of Coach John Beam

• 💔 John Beam, a legendary football coach and athletic director at Laney College, has died at the age of 66.
• 🎯 His death occurred one day after he was shot on the Laney College campus.
• 🚓 Authorities confirmed that the suspect knew Coach Beam, though they did not have a close relationship.

National Recognition and Mentorship

• 📺 Beam gained national attention for his role in the Netflix docu-series 'Last Chance U', specifically Season 5 which highlighted his mentorship.
• 👨‍👧‍👦 He is remembered as a father figure to thousands of young men and women in the community.
• ⏳ Over his 40-plus year career, Beam left an indelible mark on countless players and the wider community.

Circumstances of the Incident

• 🏥 Medics found Beam critically injured at the scene and transported him to a hospital, where he later died.
• 📍 The suspect reportedly went to the campus specifically for a targeted incident.
• 🤝 Despite not having a close relationship with the suspect, Beam was known for being open to helping those in need.