"Community members and local officials are mourning the death of beloved Bay Area football coach John Beam, who was shot at Laney College in Oakland on Thursday. Beam, 66, was transported to Highland Hospital after the shooting and pronounced dead around 10 a.m. on Friday. The Oakland Police Department arrested Cedric Irving Jr. on Friday at approximately 3:15 a.m. in connection with the shooting."
"In a statement, Peralta Community College District Chancellor Tammeil Gilkerson said she is "heartbroken" over Beam's death and emphasized his "vibrancy" and passion for students. "There are no real words to express my profound sorrow, but it is only softened by the tremendous gratitude I feel for the opportunity I had to work alongside him," Gilkerson said. "John made me laugh, infuriated me on some days, elevated my thinking, and constantly challenged me to be better for Peralta and for Oakland.""
John Beam, 66, a beloved Bay Area football coach and longtime Laney College athletic director, was shot at Laney College in Oakland and later pronounced dead at Highland Hospital. Cedric Irving Jr. was arrested early Friday in connection with the shooting. Campus security increased with guards posted on corners and police tape sealing the sports complex where the shooting occurred. A small vigil with candles, flowers and a handwritten sign honored Beam. Peralta Community College District Chancellor Tammeil Gilkerson described profound sorrow while praising his vibrancy, passion for students, and influence. Beam stepped down as head coach in 2024 and had served as athletic director since 2006.
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