Man fatally shot in East Oakland

OAKLAND — A man was fatally shot Friday afternoon in East Oakland, authorities said.

Police did not immediately release any information about the man killed.

The shooting happened about 12:48 p.m. Friday in the 1300 block of 99th Avenue. The man was pronounced deceased at the scene.

A motive for the shooting is under investigation.

Police have not announced any arrests or released any suspect information.

The killing is the 23rd homicide investigated by Oakland police this year. Last year at this time police had investigated 27 homicides in the city.

Police and Crime Stoppers of Oakland are offering up to $10,000 in reward money for information leading to the arrest of the suspect. Anyone with information may call police at 510-238-3426 or Crime Stoppers at 510-777-8572.

Check back for updates on this developing story.

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