Person breaks into Oakland home and sets it on fire, police say

OAKLAND, Calif. (KGO) -- Police are investigating after a person vandalized several homes in Oakland, and then broke into one and set it on fire.

It happened around 7:45 p.m. on E. Street near 94th Avenue.
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Officials say the suspect was wanted in connection with a shooting.

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The homeowner says the suspect forced their way in and went into their son's room.
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At that point, the owners say they ran for safety. They said they do not know the person who broke in.

Oakland police detained a person of interest and no injuries were reported.

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