Oakland police shot a suspect on a motorcycle who they say evaded police and attempted an armed carjacking Friday afternoon.
A witness told KTVU that a shooting that unfolded in East Oakland on Friday might have involved an officer.police shot a suspect on a motorcycle who they say evaded police and attempted an armed carjacking Friday afternoon.
The unnamed eyewitness told KTVU the suspect was driving along International Blvd. and was pulled over by police. A chase allegedly ensued and the suspect hit the divider with their vehicle. Following the crash, the witness said the suspect got up and started to run away. Police said two officers discharged their firearms and struck the motorcyclist out of safety for the carjacking victim and the community. The suspect was taken to a local hospital to be treated for their injuries. A man who was riding recklessly on motorcycle on Friday in East Oakland was shot and wounded by police, authorities said.
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