An Oakland police officer was fatally shot in the line of duty Friday morning.
Here's a look at how the community and other agencies are reacting to the devastating news:
City of Oakland
Mayor Sheng Thao: "This morning, our beloved city faced a heart-wrenching moment as one of our brave and dedicated Oakland police officers tragically lost their life in the line of duty.
I am deeply devastated by this heartbreaking news, and I know the entire Oakland community feels the profound impact of this loss.
In this incredibly difficult time, I am urging all Oaklanders to unite in solidarity with the OPD family and the grieving loved ones of our fallen officer. The pain runs deep, and the support we provide to one another will be crucial as we navigate the shock that has enveloped our community.“
This senseless act of violence against a member of our police force, the guardians of our City, will not go unanswered. Oakland will collaboratively and tirelessly work with our law enforcement partners at the local, state, and federal levels to identify and bring to justice those responsible for this assault on our city and the tragic loss of our officer.
We have received assurances of support from various law enforcement agencies, and
together, we will leave no stone unturned in pursuit of justice.
To our officers and emergency workers: your dedication does not go unnoticed. We appreciate you, we honor you, and we extend our deepest gratitude for the sacrifices you make daily to keep us safe.
In this moment of shared grief, we are one Oakland, standing together as a resilient and united community."
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Alameda County District Attorney's Office
District Attorney Pamela Price: "Today, an Oakland Police Officer lost his life in a deadly shooting. This is a tremendous tragedy for our entire community and extremely traumatizing for our law enforcement partners across the County. The deadly violence that we have experienced in Oakland in recent years has no place in Alameda County. The murder of this young officer is inexcusable.
I spoke to Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao this morning and offered my condolences. I also assured Mayor Thao that the Alameda County District Attorney's office is standing by to assist in any way we can and to support the Town in this critical time.
I also called the President of the Oakland Police Officers’ Association, Barry Donelan, to offer condolences to the officer’s family and colleagues from myself and on behalf of the
Alameda County District Attorney’s office. While the investigation is ongoing, I assured Mr. Donelan that my office stands ready to prosecute whoever is responsible and hold them accountable for killing this officer."
Oakland Police Officers’ Association
President Barry Donelan: "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. As we mourn, rest assured that we are also determined to bring this cop killer to justice."
San Francisco Police Officers Association
"Our prayers are with the Oakland PD officer shot this morning while doing their job and all the officers at Oakland Police Department and Oakland Police Officers Association. We stand with you."
