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Oakland Crash Kills One During CHP Stolen-Car Pursuit

Investigators will examine whether differing CHP and Oakland police pursuit protocols contributed to the fatal collision.

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Overview

  • The collision occurred at about 7:45 p.m. Wednesday at East 21st Street and 11th Avenue, killing one person.
  • CHP officers had been chasing a stolen vehicle when it crashed, though the driver’s identity has not been released.
  • The California Highway Patrol is probing its own pursuit, while the Oakland Police Department is separately investigating the resulting death.
  • Officials noted a second crash scene involving a minivan at Park and 21st streets, but few details have been provided.
  • The case has renewed focus on the CHP’s more permissive chase rules compared with Oakland police policies.