John Avalos, a 38-year-old Oakland resident, was killed on January 21, 2022, after being struck in the head during a massive gun battle on the 10700 block of Apricot Street. Avalos was dropping off food for a friend who was quarantined with COVID-19 and had no known ties to the rival gangs whose members exchanged about 200 rounds of gunfire; he died at the scene.

Reports say at least 14 people were involved in the shootout and that several participants were injured. Surveillance footage has been cited as helping identify individuals who took part and who brandished weapons at the start of the confrontation. Avalos is remembered by the community as a kind, caring person simply trying to help a friend.

Does anyone have information about that January 21 shooting or recall seeing activity on Apricot Street that day?