William Earl Robinson, 29, was fatally shot in a North Oakland neighborhood on the evening of March 4, 2025. The shooting occurred around 9:40 p.m. on the 600 block of 61st Street, and authorities say he was killed during a shootout.

Details about what led to the gunfire remain under investigation and police have not announced any arrests. The Oakland Police Department is asking anyone with information about suspects or motives to come forward as investigators piece together the events of that night. Family and friends are mourning while neighbors express grief and frustration about ongoing gun violence in the area.

If anyone saw the incident or has information that could help the investigation, please contact the Oakland Police Department.