The Motel 6 is on Embarcadero, near Highway 880. The "lengthy" standoff happened after Oakland police responded to the area around 7:45 a.m. and saw the suspect.
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At the same time, the Oakland Fire Department responded to Motel 6 for a report of an accidental fire.
Oakland Fire says that it was an accidental fire caused by a butane lighter in a guest's baggage. Someone had minor injuries and was taken to the hospital.
Police say it is unknown if the two incidents are related.
If you have any information, contact OPD at (510)932-0283.
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