Overview

• A shooting occurred on the evening of May 2, 2025, at Pierre Pierre, a Black-owned steakhouse in Oakland’s Tribune Tower, injuring a man and a woman who are both in stable condition.
• Chef Cleashaun Hill, co-owner of the restaurant, expressed heartbreak in an Instagram video, emphasizing the restaurant's mission to serve as a community and cultural beacon.
• Hill has paused operations at the restaurant and launched a $16,000 fundraising campaign to support staff and the families of the injured patrons.
• The Oakland Police Department is actively investigating the incident, while the Oakland Police Officers Association has urged city leaders to allocate more resources to public safety.
• Hill is considering relocating Pierre Pierre to a safer area, citing concerns over the sustainability of operating in downtown Oakland amidst ongoing safety challenges.