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Oakland police shoot and kill armed and dangerous suspect at 40th and International
By Alex Baker at KRON4 (KRON-TV)
· July 13, 2026
· 1 min read
OAKLAND, Calif. (KRON) -- The Oakland Police Department shot and killed an armed and dangerous suspect in the area of 40th Avenue and International Boulevard on Monday afternoon, KRON4 has confirmed. Oakland PD described the incident as a "critical incident." Police sources tell KRON4 that two po...
Key takeaway (KRON) -- The Oakland Police Department shot and killed an armed and dangerous suspect in the area of 40th Avenue and International Boulevard on Monday afternoon, KRON4 has confirmed.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
The fatal shooting of an armed suspect by Oakland police at 40th Avenue and International Boulevard raises concerns about public safety in the area. This incident occurred in a densely populated neighborhood with nearby schools and businesses, prompting questions about the potential risks to bystanders. The Oakland Police Department's classification of the incident as a "critical incident" suggests a high level of severity, and the involvement of two police officers in the shooting will likely be subject to thorough review. As the investigation unfolds, community members will be watching to see how the department responds to the incident and what measures will be taken to prevent similar situations in the future. The city's existing efforts to address violence and improve police-community relations will also be under scrutiny in the wake of this event.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 13, 2026 ·
Source: KRON4 (KRON-TV) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? OAKLAND, Calif. (KRON) -- The Oakland Police Department shot and killed an armed and dangerous suspect in the area of 40th Avenue and International Boulevard on Monday afternoon, KRON4 has confirmed. Oakland PD described the incident as a "critical incident." Police sources tell KRON4 that two po...
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