A celebratory birthday party turned tragic Friday night in North Oakland when gunfire erupted outside an event rental space, killing two people and injuring a third.
Oakland police have not released the victim's names but said the victims were a 19-year-old man from Richmond and a 20-year-old man from Berkeley. The third individual, a 29-year-old man from San Pablo, was also shot but survived and is currently in stable condition, according to police.The shooting unfolded during a party held to celebrate the 16th birthday of a local teen and her twin brother.
'It's rare. Most times, when people want to celebrate, they celebrate and they have a good time.' Ben added that the area, near the Rockridge District, is typically quiet and safe.Despite the trauma, the birthday girl said she is physically unharmed, though the emotional impact of the shooting will likely stay with her for a long time. 'This is terrible,' Ben said. 'I wish her the best.'Local workers and residents expressed concern about the violence.
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