Executive Summary
- A manhunt is underway in Oakley after a suspect fired at a Contra Costa Sheriff’s deputy.
- The incident occurred around 11:30 a.m. Monday near Gold Run Drive.
- Residents in the Neroly neighborhood have been ordered to shelter in place and lock doors.
- The suspect is described as a white male in his mid-40s wearing a grey hoodie.
Law enforcement authorities in Oakley, California, have launched a manhunt and issued a shelter-in-place order following a shooting incident involving a sheriff’s deputy on Monday morning.
According to the Contra Costa Sheriff’s Office, the confrontation occurred at approximately 11:30 a.m. in the vicinity of Gold Run Drive within the city’s Neroly neighborhood. Officials stated that a suspect fired a weapon at a deputy sheriff during the encounter.
Investigators have described the suspect as a white male in his mid-40s. He was last observed wearing a hat and a grey hooded sweatshirt. Police have urged the public to report any sightings immediately but cautioned against approaching the individual.
A shelter-in-place order is currently in effect for residents on Gold Run Drive, Lariat Lane, Placer Drive, Prospect Court, Sutter Street, El Dorado Street, Sonora Court, and Silverado Drive. Authorities have advised residents in these areas to remain indoors, secure all windows and doors, and report suspicious activity. Residents outside the immediate perimeter have been instructed to avoid the area to allow law enforcement to operate.
Public Safety Alert
This incident represents an active and fluid tactical situation involving an armed suspect at large. The deployment of a perimeter and shelter-in-place orders suggests law enforcement is prioritizing containment to prevent the suspect from escaping the immediate neighborhood. Residents are advised that these measures are standard protocol during high-risk searches to ensure community safety while tactical teams conduct a systematic sweep. It is important to note that all individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
