Fatal shooting on Walter Avenue in East Oakland under police investigation

A man was found dead from gunshot wounds on the 9300 block of Walter Avenue in East Oakland late Friday night. Oakland Police homicide detectives are investigating.

Man shot dead in East Oakland street late Friday night

The Oakland Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting on the 9300 block of Walter Avenue in East Oakland, nbcbayarea.com reports.

Officers were dispatched shortly after 10:45 p.m. Friday following reports of an unresponsive person lying in the street. Upon arrival, they found an adult male with apparent gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The victim's identity has not been released pending notification of next of kin.

The OPD Homicide Section has opened a follow-up investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death. No further details have been disclosed, and the case remains active.

Authorities are asking anyone with information, video, or photographs related to the incident to contact the OPD Homicide Section at 510-238-3821 or the tip line at 510-238-7950. Visual evidence and tips can also be submitted by email to [email protected].

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