Oakland Police Confirm Shooting at Laney College Was Not Active Shooter Incident

Incident Overview

• 🎯 Oakland police responded to a shooting incident at Laney College on Thursday afternoon.
• 🏥 Officers found a victim with a gunshot wound, who was then transported to a local hospital for treatment.

Clarification on Shooter Status

• ⚠️ Initial concerns suggested an active shooter situation, and police responded accordingly.
• 🚫 However, the Oakland Police Department Assistant Chief confirmed that the incident was not an active shooter situation.

Suspect Information and Investigation

• 🔍 Authorities are actively seeking the public's help to identify a suspect.
• 👤 The suspect is described as a male of unknown race, wearing all dark clothing and a black hoodie, who fled the scene.
• 📞 Anyone with information is urged to contact the police at 510-238-3821.
• 🕵️ The investigation is ongoing, with investigators and crime scene technicians on scene, and witnesses are being interviewed.
• 📹 Police are reviewing surveillance footage and leveraging technology to aid the investigation.
• 🤐 Details regarding the victim's employment status, identity, and the exact location of the incident on campus are being withheld to avoid jeopardizing the investigation.