Ki’yehz Brooks was 16 when he was killed in a drive-by shooting in East Oakland on June 9, 2022. The shooting happened about 6:15 p.m. near 64th Avenue and Camden Street, just outside Concordia Park. Ki’yehz and an 18-year-old cousin had just gotten off a bus and were walking to a relative’s home when a vehicle approached and someone inside opened fire with a high-powered rifle. Ki’yehz was shot in the head and died at the scene; his cousin was wounded and later treated.

The Oakland Police Department opened a homicide investigation and has been seeking video surveillance and witnesses. No arrests have been announced, and the motive remains unclear. The police and Crime Stoppers of Oakland offered a reward of up to $15,000 for information leading to an arrest. Hayward High School provided counselors for students and staff grieving the loss, and family members expressed sorrow and frustration.

If anyone has information about what happened near 64th and Camden on the evening of June 9, 2022, please contact Oakland Police or Crime Stoppers.