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California DOJ Opens AB 1506 Probe Into Fatal Alameda County Deputy Shooting in San Leandro

The review proceeds under a state law that applies to shootings of people not in possession of a deadly weapon.

Overview

  • Deputies responded after a 3:20 a.m. 911 call from a man who said he had a gun and threatened to harm himself and others, according to the sheriff's office.
  • Home security footage shows the man approaching with an object before two deputies fired, and neighbors told KTVU the object was a pipe.
  • The shooting on the 16000 block of Selborne Drive left the man dead; his identity is under a press hold and the deputies are on paid administrative leave.
  • DOJ’s California Police Shooting Investigation Team has opened the case and will turn it over to the Special Prosecutions Section for independent review.
  • Officials are seeking public tips and ask anyone with information to call the DOJ at (916) 210-2871.