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Oakland man arrested after allegedly firing at officers, setting home ablaze
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· August 31, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points He is accused of threatening a woman, prompting emergency calls. A 44-year-old man is in custody after allegedly firing shots and starting a fire.
A 44-year-old man is in custody after allegedly firing shots and starting a fire. He is accused of threatening a woman, prompting emergency calls. When officers arrived, they were met with gunfire and items set ablaze. The man also allegedly set a home on fire.
The suspect has been identified and arrested. Authorities are seeking help from the public to gather more information about the incident.
People with information or evidence can contact the police directly or submit tips and media anonymously.
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Category: safety Published: August 31, 2026 Source: NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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