The city of Oakland is optimistic with the recent $2 million grant aimed to enhance its Ceasefire strategy as homicides and shootings show signs of decline.
According to police data, Oakland reported over 100 homicides yearly from 2020 to 2023, peaking at 134 in 2021, marking a challenging period of violence.
Non-fatal shootings are reported down by 20% year-to-date, alongside an overall decline in violent crimes, signaling a positive trend in Oakland's public safety.
Criminologists suggest that Oakland may revert to its pre-pandemic homicide levels, with significant decreases in violent crime categories by substantial percentages.
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