The Brief
- Oakland police fatally shot an armed man after reports that he was pointing a gun at residents in East Oakland.
- Officers responded to 911 calls near 89th Avenue and Birch Street; the suspect allegedly pointed a weapon at police before officers opened fire.
- A firearm was recovered at the scene.
OAKLAND, Calif. – Authorities said Oakland police officers fatally shot a man who was allegedly armed and pointing a gun at residents and responding officers.
911 callers report armed man
What we know:
Interim Police Chief James Beere said 911 calls came in around 3:50 p.m. reporting a man in the 1800 block of 89th Avenue near Birch Street, pointing a gun at people in the area and motorists.
When officers arrived, they made contact with the suspect, who then pointed a weapon at police, Beere said.
Officers open fire
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