Three Killed, Five Injured in Oakland Vehicle Crash
A driver struck multiple cars and pedestrians in Oakland, California, late Saturday night, killing three people and injuring five others. The crash occurred near the intersection of International Boulevard and 85th Avenue shortly after 11 p.m.
nypost.comThree people were killed and five others were injured when a vehicle struck cars and pedestrians in Oakland, California, late Saturday night. m. near the intersection of International Boulevard and 85th Avenue, the Oakland Fire Department said.
Three people were pronounced dead at the scene.
Two of the injured were in critical condition and were transported to local hospitals. The driver and one other person suffered minor injuries and remained at the scene awaiting medical transport.
The driver was identified only as a juvenile.
Witnesses stopped the driver after the crash and detained the individual until police arrived. Authorities did not immediately release details on what led to the crash or possible charges. The investigation remains ongoing. m.
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3 events- May 17, 2026 — shortly after 11 p.m.
Vehicle struck cars and pedestrians at International Boulevard and 85th Avenue.
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Three people pronounced dead at the scene; five injured, two critically.
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Juvenile driver detained after witnesses stopped attempted flight.
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