Two Men Attacked in East Oakland Car Robbery

One victim shot, the other pistol-whipped in late-night incident near International Boulevard

Published on Feb. 5, 2026

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Two 37-year-old men were attacked while sitting in a parked car in East Oakland on Wednesday night. One victim was shot in the shoulder, while the other was pistol-whipped and robbed of his wallet and personal items. The suspects fled the scene in a vehicle that may have been a Lexus, according to police.

Why it matters

The attack comes as Oakland continues to grapple with gun violence, even after a sharp drop in homicides last year. City leaders and violence-prevention groups say they are working to address public safety concerns through programs like Ceasefire, while investigators work to identify and apprehend the suspects in this latest incident.

The details

According to Oakland police, the suspects pulled up alongside the victims' parked car and two men got out, one of them masked and armed. When one of the victims appeared to resist, the gunman fired at the vehicle, missing the man who resisted but hitting the other victim in the shoulder. The second victim was then pistol-whipped and robbed of his wallet containing cash and personal items before the suspects fled eastbound on International Boulevard.

  • The attack occurred on Wednesday night in the 1400 block of 81st Avenue near International Boulevard.

The players

Oakland Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the incident and asking the public for information, photos, or video related to the robbery.

The victims

Two 37-year-old men who were sitting in a parked car when they were attacked.

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What’s next

Investigators are working to trace the suspects and gather more details about the incident. The police are asking the public for any information or evidence that could help identify the perpetrators.

The takeaway

This attack highlights the ongoing challenges Oakland faces in addressing gun violence and public safety concerns, even as the city has seen a decline in homicides. Community-based violence prevention efforts and continued police investigations will be crucial in addressing these issues and ensuring the safety of Oakland residents.