Reuben Lewis III, a 38-year-old father and youth coach from Oakland, California, was killed on February 24, 2021, while coaching a youth football practice at Concordia Park. The shooting occurred in broad daylight with children and community members present. An off-duty firefighter attempted to save Lewis, but he succumbed to his injuries at the scene.

Police identified 36-year-old Daniel Stith as the suspect; he was seen leaving the park shortly after the shooting and later turned himself in at the San Leandro Police Department. The motive has not been established. During a preliminary hearing witnesses described erratic behavior by Stith during and after the incident, including reportedly appearing at a nearby residence naked and leaving an envelope with $900 and a confession. Stith has also been accused of assaulting a sheriff’s deputy while in custody.

Criminal proceedings were suspended pending a court-ordered mental health evaluation to determine Stith’s fitness for trial. A vigil was held at Concordia Park attended by family, friends, and community leaders. If anyone has information about the shooting or knew Reuben Lewis III, please share what you know.