We are proud to welcome new leadership at the Oakland Police Department. Please join us in congratulating Interim Chief James Beere, Interim Assistant Chief Casey Johnson, and Deputy Chief Aaron Smith as they step into their new roles. We also want to extend our appreciation to former Chief Floyd Mitchell for ensuring a seamless transition. His steady leadership has helped position Interim Chief Beere and the entire executive team for continued success. | Oakland Police Department

Two years ago today, we lost Oakland Police Officer Tuan Le, a dedicated public servant who devoted his life to protecting and serving our community. His courage, commitment, and compassion still inspire us all. Today, we honor and remember his legacy of service and sacrifice for the City of Oakland and the Oakland Police Department. Members of OPD joined Officer Tuan Le’s family to pay their respects and to celebrate his life. | Oakland Police Department

San Francisco 49ers kicker Eddy Piñeiro stopped by OPD to show his support for the women and men of the department. We appreciate the visit, the encouragement, and the love. And hey @eddypineiro1 , there’s always room on our team after the NFL. | Oakland Police Department

OPD Employee highlight! 😃🚓 Highlight for one of OPD’s most recent academy graduates, Officer Matthew Kuresa. Officer Matthew Kuresa graduated from the 182nd Oakland Police Department academy on September 20, 2019. During the graduation ceremony Officer Kuresa wow’d the attendees with singing the National Anthem. 🎶 Please enjoy the attached video of a great job by this new officer. 👍🚓🌟 | Oakland Police Department

I’ve learned the owner of a walk-in North Oakland barber shop was arrested by the Oakland Police Department in a deadly shooting near his business, one of two homicides in the city on New Year’s Day. https://tinyurl.com/2zjsh5f5 | Henry K. Lee KTVU