UPDATE: An urgent investigation is underway following the death of a woman from traumatic injuries discovered near downtown Oakland on Monday morning. Authorities have confirmed this incident is being treated as a homicide, marking the 10th homicide under investigation in Oakland for 2026.
At approximately 11 a.m. on Monday, police responded to a call regarding an unresponsive woman at her residence located in the 2300 block of San Pablo Avenue. Despite immediate medical attention, she was pronounced dead at the scene. An autopsy is pending to establish the precise cause of death.
This tragic event is particularly alarming as it represents the second homicide in Oakland within just 24 hours. In stark contrast, during the same period last year, officers had already recorded 13 homicides in the city. Authorities have not yet disclosed any information regarding a possible motive or made any arrests related to this case.
Local law enforcement is urging anyone with information to come forward. Homicide investigators can be reached at 510-238-3821 or 510-238-7950. As this story develops, residents are left grappling with the impact of yet another violent incident in their community, underscoring the urgent need for safety measures and support.
Stay tuned for further updates as police continue their investigation into this concerning situation.
