Several people were shot during a Juneteenth celebration in Oakland on Wednesday.
The celebration turned violent during a sideshow involving motorbikes and vehicles on the north side of Lake Merritt, Oakland police said.
The big picture: The shooting occurred around 8:45 p.m. after a fight broke out down the street, resulting in multiple shots being fired.
- While it is unclear how many people were injured, several individuals were struck by gunfire and taken to the hospital. No deaths were reported.
- As officers attempted to ensure the safety of the crowd, some people assaulted OPD officers. At least one person was taken into custody for assaulting an officer.
- Police responded with around two dozen vehicles and multiple ambulances.
Flashback: This incident follows a shooting at a Juneteenth celebration at Lake Merritt in 2021, which resulted in several injuries and one fatality.
