Three people are dead and at least five others sustained injuries, some serious, after a driver ran over a group of people on a sidewalk in East Oakland last night.
The speeding vehicle struck pedestrians at 11:15 outside a corner store at 85th and International, according to Oakland Fire Department spokesperson Michael Hunt.
When emergency responders arrived, three victims were already deceased. Three more were transported to hospitals, two in critical condition and one with serious injuries. And two other people, including the suspected driver, had minor injuries.
Fire department officials said the driver attempted to flee the scene of the crash but was stopped and detained by bystanders.
The intersection was soon swarmed by police and fire vehicles.
Advisory: Just before 11:15 PM, A vehicle struck cars & pedestrians at 85th & International.
– 3 Deceased on Arrival
– 3 transported to local hospitals (2 critical, 1 serious)
– 2 others awaiting medical transport (including the suspect) with minor injures).
Avoid the area.
— Oakland Fire Department (CA) (@OaklandFireCA) May 17, 2026
The Oakland police said in a brief statement today the suspect vehicle was traveling at a high rate of speed northbound on 85th Avenue. It turned west onto International Boulevard and hit a parked car before crashing into the pedestrians.
OPD’s decision to encrypt its radio traffic prevented The Oaklandside from learning more about how emergency personnel responded.
The East Bay Times and San Francisco Chronicle reported that the suspected driver is under the age of 18.
KTVU reported that a crash involving a black SUV and a blue vehicle preceded the deadly collision. After the vehicles hit each other, the SUV reportedly jumped the sidewalk at a high rate of speed and rammed a group of pedestrians.
Mayor Barbara Lee issued a statement thanking police and fire for responding to the crash. “Oakland is mourning the lives lost in last night’s tragic crash at International Boulevard and 85th Avenue in East Oakland,” said Lee. “Our hearts are with the victims, their families, loved ones, and all of those impacted.”
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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