On June 30, a deceased Black man was found hanging from a tree near Bridgeview Trail, with police initially deeming it a suicide. Residents are demanding more transparency and accountability, noting the lack of press releases and limited media coverage. Eyewitness reports and social media posts urge the public to call for further investigation. Critics express concerns over conflicts of interest when sheriffs also serve as coroners, particularly in cases involving law enforcement. The FBI is aware of the situation, and community members are encouraged to advocate for clarity from local authorities.
Police found a deceased Black man hanging from a tree near the trail in Dimond Canyon at 7:30 a.m. on June 30, noting that the Alameda County Sheriff's Office also serving as the coroner initially led the investigation before transferring it to Oakland Police.
Critics say there's an inherent conflict of interest in California, especially when someone dies at the hands of law enforcement, due to sheriffs also serving as coroners.
Kadie Kelly shared a series of Instagram posts urging the public to keep pressing local authorities and media for transparency and further investigation.
The FBI is aware of the case, and Kelly has been in touch with Congresswoman Lateefah Simon urging the public to talk to people they know.
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