OPD Makes Two Arrests for Attempted Robbery, April 23 & 25
Robbery Attempt Thwarted: Suspect Arrested – On Wednesday, April 25 at about 6:05 p.m., Oakland Police officers responded to the 1100 block of Oak Street to assist in the investigation of a robbery that had just occurred. When they arrived, the victim told the officers that the suspect had knocked her down and attempted to rob her but that two bystanders had stepped in to help and chased the suspect away. The officers were provided a detailed description of the suspect and located him nearby. The suspect was arrested for attempted robbery. It takes a community working together to make Oakland safer.
OPD Officers Prevent Robbery Attempt – On Thursday, April 23 at about 9:43 a.m., Oakland Police patrol officers driving in the 5900 block of International Boulevard en route to a dispatched call observed two women in a physical altercation on the corner of Seminary Avenue and International Boulevard. As the officers approached, they saw the victim knocked off balance by the suspect, who then ran away. After ensuring that the victim was all right, the officers learned that the suspect had attempted to forcefully take her necklace. The officers were able to take the suspect into custody nearby and arrested her for attempted robbery.
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• Always be aware of your surroundings. Don’t be distracted by cell phones and electronic devices;
• Stay in well lit and populated areas;
• Be especially alert when entering and exiting your vehicle;
• Remember to lock your car door after entering your vehicle; and
• If someone or something looks suspicious call the police.
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