INCIDENT TYPE: In-Custody Death
LOCATION: 800 block of Oak Street
DATE/TIME OCCURED: April 19, 2021, 10:45 am
CASE NUMBER: 21-01762
CONTACT INFORMATION: Captain Jeff Emmitt, 510-337-8400 

SUMMARY:

On Monday, April 19, patrol officers responded to two separate reports of a male who appeared to be under the influence and a suspect in a possible theft. 

Officers found the man in the 800 block of Oak Street. Officers attempted to detain the man, and a physical altercation ensued. At that time, the man had a medical emergency. Officers immediately began lifesaving measures and requested the Alameda Fire Department to the scene. The Alameda Fire Department transported the male to a local area hospital, where he later died. 

APD asked the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) to conduct an independent investigation into this incident. Per County policy, the Alameda County District Attorney’s Office is conducting its own independent, parallel investigation. ACSO and the District Attorney’s Office are in the early stages of the investigation, and no additional details will be provided at this time. APD will provide updates when the investigation allows.