SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, CA – The Department of Justice has launched an investigation into a police shooting that resulted in the death of a man at Oyster Point Marina Park in South San Francisco. This incident marks the second fatal police shooting in the city this year. Authorities reported that the man appeared to be wielding a firearm, which was later found to be a replica.
The shooting unfolded on a quiet Wednesday evening when officers responded to a report of an individual attempting to break into a public restroom on Oyster Point Boulevard. Upon arrival, the man fled along a trail, allegedly brandishing what appeared to be a gun. Officers from South San Francisco and San Bruno Police Departments fired at the suspect, who succumbed to his injuries on the scene.
The incident has left locals in disbelief, as Oyster Point Marina Park is generally considered a safe area, frequented by park rangers and harbor staff who maintain security. “It’s pretty surprising,” said a local resident, who noted the recent development projects in the region.
The shooting comes on the heels of another police-related fatality in South San Francisco last month, where officers shot a man firing into a neighbor’s home. In the latest case, the firearm the man allegedly pointed at the officers was determined to be a replica.
In accordance with state regulations, California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced that his office would conduct an independent review of the shooting. The Department of Justice is mandated to investigate any law enforcement-related shootings resulting in the death of an unarmed civilian.
The officers involved have been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation. Meanwhile, the identity of the deceased has been confirmed as a man from Ohio.
As the investigation unfolds, questions linger about the circumstances leading to the tragic confrontation and the measures taken by law enforcement. The community awaits further details from the ongoing probe, hoping for clarity and accountability.