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Oakland Mayor’s City SUV Stolen From City Hall, Recovered Hours Later

Police report a swift recovery, with investigators following leads in a case that underscores broader public‑safety concerns.

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Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee speaks during a press conference. Multiple people familiar with the incident said Lee’s vehicle was stolen this week and later found in Vallejo. 

Overview

  • Oakland police say a city-owned vehicle was reported stolen from City Hall on February 17 and was recovered within hours, with an investigation underway.
  • Reporting identifies the vehicle as the mayor’s SUV, and a source cited by the New York Post says the car was found in Vallejo.
  • A source cited in the same reporting says a break-in at Mayor Barbara Lee’s City Hall office was discovered with the door tampered and keys taken.
  • According to that source, police believe they have identified a suspect and a warrant has been issued, though OPD has not confirmed those details.
  • FBI data show 9,914 motor vehicle thefts in Oakland in 2024, and local reports note a crime rate about four times the national average alongside a police staffing shortfall of roughly 280 officers.