Search underway for suspect after 2 shootings at Fruitvale BART station, police say

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Monday, April 3, 2023
Suspect search underway after 2 shootings at Fruitvale BART: police
The search is on for a suspect after two shootings outside and near the BART Fruitvale station.

OAKLAND, Calif. (KGO) -- The search is on for a suspect after two shootings outside and near the BART Fruitvale station.

Oakland Police Department says it is investigating a shooting that occurred just before 5:15 PM, in the 3300 block of E 12th Street.

OPD Communications Division said it was notified of an individual shot in the area and upon arrival, officers located two victims suffering from gunshot wounds.

The fire department and paramedics arrived on the scene shortly after. Both victims were transported to a local hospital and their conditions are currently unknown.

One of the shootings happened in a plaza by the station, and another at a bus stop at the station.

BART service at Fruitvale was stopped but has resumed, per the agency.

OPD said that this is still an active investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact the OPD Felony Assault Unit at (510) 238-3426.

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