"An Alameda County judge on Friday deemed the man accused of shooting and killing legendary Oakland football coach John Beam mentally incompetent to stand trial, according to the district attorney's office."
"The DA's office says this ruling could mean that Irving Jr. is remanded to custody of the California Department of State Hospitals for commitment."
"Beam was a giant in the local community, a father figure who forged deep relationships with his players while fielding a team that regularly competed for championships."
"Irving was arrested at a commuter rail station just after 3 a.m. the next day. He was carrying the firearm used to shoot Beam, and he admitted to carrying out the shooting, according to court documents."
An Alameda County judge ruled Cedric Irving Jr. mentally incompetent to stand trial for the murder of John Beam. The case was suspended in January for psychological evaluations. Irving may be committed to the California Department of State Hospitals. Beam, a respected figure in the community, was shot on November 13, 2025, at Laney College and died the next day. Irving was arrested with the firearm used in the shooting and admitted to the crime. The next court date is scheduled for May 8.
Read at ABC7 San Francisco
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