City of Oroville, CA
10/28/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/28/2024 13:52
OROVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT INVESTIGATES SHOOTING INCIDENT ON MYERS STREET
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
OROVILLE POLICE CASE: 24-3871
Date: 10/28/2024 at 1:00 PM
OROVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT INVESTIGATES SHOOTING INCIDENT ON MYERS STREET
Oroville, CA- On Sunday, October 27, 2024, at approximately 6:07 p.m., the Oroville Police Department's dispatch center received multiple emergency 911 calls reporting what was described as 10-12 gunshots in the vicinity of the 3400 block of Myers Street. The incident caused concern among residents, many of whom reported hearing gunfire and noted vehicles leaving the area shortly after the shots were fired.
Upon receiving the calls, Oroville Police officers were immediately dispatched to the scene. Responding officers promptly began a thorough search of the area for potential victims, witnesses, and any physical evidence that could assist in their investigation. At this time, there are no reported injuries.
During the preliminary assessment, officers discovered multiple shell casings on the ground, indicating that shots had indeed been fired. Additionally, surveillance footage was located, capturing parts of the incident, which is now being reviewed for further insights into the events that transpired.
The Oroville Police Department is actively working to gather additional evidence and encourages anyone with information about the incident to contact the Oroville Police Department at (530)538-2444 and reference case number 24-3871 or email [email protected].