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Oakland Faces Wave of Gun Violence and Sideshows Over Weekend

A series of shootings and illegal street gatherings highlight escalating safety concerns in the city.

  • Four people were shot in separate incidents on Saturday night, resulting in three deaths.
  • A 100-vehicle sideshow shut down the Bay Bridge early Sunday morning.
  • Residents report frequent sideshows with gunfire, and police response is often delayed.
  • Oakland officials are considering new technologies and increased law enforcement support to address the issue.
  • A TV camera crew was also robbed at gunpoint during the chaotic night.
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