Three Oakland minors arrested in connection with a series of armed robberies and shootings

(KRON) — Three Oakland minors were arrested Tuesday for a series of armed robberies, assaults and a shooting. Oakland police reported four incidents committed by the minors within a 48-hour period, with two hours or even 30 minutes separating them in some cases.

The first robbery occurred just before 12:30 p.m. Saturday in the area of ​​Fruitvale Avenue and MacArthur Boulevard. According to OPD, a group of minors approached a victim who was withdrawing money from an ATM before the victim was robbed of his belongings.

About two hours later, the same group of minors were involved in a shooting in the 1700 block of 27th Avenue, according to OPD. Police said the minors demanded that a grocery clerk hand over his items. The clerk complied, but “later attempted to disarm one of them.” Police said a struggle broke out between the two parties before the clerk was shot.

On Monday, just after 11:45 a.m., a third robbery occurred in the 500 block of 24th Street, according to OPD. Police said the group of minors approached a victim from behind, pushed him to the ground and stole the victim’s belongings.

About 30 minutes later, the same group was involved in another armed robbery, this time in the 3400 block of International Blvd. According to OPD, the minors robbed a victim of his belongings and later struck the victim with their firearm. Police said the victim was struck but not shot. Her firearm was later recovered (see picture below).

OPD said undercover officers and its patrol and special resources (SRS) division were “instrumental” in these arrests and the recovery of the firearm. These cases will now be presented to the Alameda County District Attorney’s Office for charges.

Investigators believe there is a possibility that these minors are connected to a larger group involved in robberies throughout Oakland. The investigation is currently ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to call (510) 238-3326.