"Since Dec. 13 six confirmed reports have been received from residents, saying the man has entered the yards of occupied homes usually between 8 and 10 p.m., peered into windows and engaged in inappropriate behavior. The most recent incident was Sunday, authorities said. The man only stays in the yards a few minutes and is able to flee before police can respond."
"He is described as balding, possibly White or Latino, in his 40s or 50s. He was last seen wearing a black jacket, white hooded sweatshirt and blue jeans. Police believe the man might be responsible for similar incidents dating back to March 2025."
"Police commanders have deployed additional officers in the impacted areas to enhance public safety and deter further incidents. Police are encouraging anyone who may have been a victim or who has information about these incidents to contact the department's Special Victims Unit at 510-238-3641."
Oakland authorities are investigating a suspected prowler responsible for at least six confirmed incidents in the Maxwell Park area of East Oakland since December 13. The suspect enters occupied residential yards, typically between 8 and 10 p.m., peers into windows, and engages in inappropriate behavior before fleeing on foot within minutes. Police believe he may be responsible for similar incidents dating back to March 2025. Described as balding, possibly White or Latino, in his 40s or 50s, he was last seen wearing a black jacket, white hooded sweatshirt, and blue jeans. Additional officers have been deployed to affected areas. Police urge victims and witnesses to contact the Special Victims Unit and report suspicious activity with any available surveillance footage.
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