Oakland Man and Hayward Woman Shot in East Oakland

A man and woman were shot and wounded in East Oakland on Sunday afternoon, according to police. The shooting was reported at 1:10 p.m. in the 7200 block of Herbert Guice Way, near the corner of 72nd Avenue and International Boulevard.

The man, an 18-year-old Oakland resident, appeared to be the intended target of the shooting. A 50-year-old Hayward woman standing nearby was also hit by gunfire and suffered minor injuries, according to police spokeswoman Officer Johnna Watson.

The woman was taken to a hospital by ambulance and was released from the hospital as of this morning. The 18-year-old was taken to a hospital by a relative. His wounds are not considered life-threatening, Watson said. Police have not identified any suspects nor made any arrests in
the case.

By Bay City News

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