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The Oaklandside @oaklandside.org · 6d

Witnesses say Hector Jose Ortega had run a stop sign and the SUV was speeding.

63-year-old cyclist dies after colliding with SUV in East Oakland

Witnesses say Hector Jose Ortega had run a stop sign and the SUV was speeding.

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Traffic Violence Rapid Response @tvrr.bsky.social · 8d

We call on @cityofoakland.bsky.social elected leaders like @charleneforoakland.bsky.social, OPD, OFD, and OakDOT to treat our city's traffic safety crisis as a public safety crisis and accelerate efforts to make our streets safe for everyone to use at all times of the day

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Traffic Violence Rapid Response @tvrr.bsky.social · 8d

According to neighbors it used to be safe enough for kids to play in the middle of these streets, but now even crossing one risks their life

If planned traffic calming for E 16th like 4-way stops, traffic circles, and speed cushions had been added already then they could have saved a life on Friday

Oakland 2019 Bike Plan recommending bike facilities on E 16th St, 22nd Ave, and Foothill Blvd

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Traffic Violence Rapid Response @tvrr.bsky.social · 8d

Neighbors told us they have witnessed multiple collisions, at this intersection, mainly drivers speeding down E 16th

They are desperate for 4-way stop signs and crosswalks here like on rest of E 16th St, along with speed bumps and traffic circles

They will accept anything the city is willing to do

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Traffic Violence Rapid Response @tvrr.bsky.social · 8d

We are saddened and outraged that yet another life has been tragically taken due to traffic violence

21 people have been needlessly killed on the streets of Oakland just this year and we are trending to 29 by the end of the year, only 1 less than last year

These injuries and deaths are preventable

Map of traffic fatalities in Oakland since 2019 with E 16th St & Miller Ave marked

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Traffic Violence Rapid Response @tvrr.bsky.social · 8d

Neighbors shared video of a white Ford SUV speeding about 50mph eastbound on E 16th St

Cyclist tried to avoid the collision by swerving ahead of the car but failed to predict the speed

The car hit him with such significant force it threw him on top of another car that had slowed for him to cross

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Traffic Violence Rapid Response @tvrr.bsky.social · 8d

On Friday a driver killed a 63 year old cyclist who had lived in Garfield most of his life

Our hearts go out to our neighbor whose life was cut short while biking around his own neighborhood and we extend our deepest sympathies to his family and friends

www.oakrapidresponse.org/posts/fatali...

A Driver Killed our Neighbor in Garfield on Friday

On Friday, September 26th at 6:15pm a driver hit a 63 year old man as he was biking on Miller Ave onto E 16th Street in the Garfield neighborhood of Oakland. Neighbors shared footage of a white Ford ...

www.oakrapidresponse.org

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Traffic Violence Rapid Response @tvrr.bsky.social · 11d

“The price paid for these chases is too often paid by community members and bystanders like Dr. Marvin Boomer. We should focus on solutions and interventions that create safer streets through street transformation, not by making our streets battlegrounds.”

Justin Hu-Nguyen, @bikeeastbay.bsky.social

The Oaklandside @oaklandside.org · 11d

“We’re going to hear criticism that you didn’t go far enough and criticism that you’re changing too much,” said the commission chair.

Oakland Police Commission agrees with police chase policy changes

“We’re going to hear criticism that you didn’t go far enough and criticism that you’re changing too much,” said the commission chair.

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Traffic Violence Rapid Response @tvrr.bsky.social · 12d

Police Commission is considering updating the OPD Pursuit Policy to allow more dangerous high speed chases

High speed chases all too often end in tragedy and death for our neighbors

Join tonight at 6:30pm to insist OPD keep 50mph limit and supervisor approvals

www.oaklandca.gov/files/assets...

OAKLAND POLICE COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
September 25, 2025 - 5:30 PM
City Hall Chamber (1 Frank H.Ogawa Plaza) Oakland
IV. Open Forum Part 1 (2 minutes per speaker,15minutestotal)
Members of the public wishing to address the Commission on matters not listed on tonight's
agenda but related to the Commission's work should submit a speaker card before this item is
addressed. Comments regarding agenda items should be reserved until the respective agenda
item is called for discussion. Speakers unable to address the Commission during this Open Forum
will be given priority to speak during Open Forum Part 2. This is a recurring item.
a. Discussion
b. Public Comment
c. Action, if any
V. OPD Pursuit Policy Recommendations Vote by the Commission
The Chief of Police has submitted proposed revisions to the OPD Pursuit Policy. The Oakland Police
Commission will hold a discussion on the recommended revisions and vote on whether to adopt the
changes as proposed. (Attachment 1 – Supplemental – provided to correct the omission of page eight
(8).
a. Discussion
b. Public Comment
c. Action, if any

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Traffic Violence Rapid Response @tvrr.bsky.social · 25d

We call in @cityofoakland.bsky.social's elected leaders, OPD, OFD, and OakDOT to treat the traffic safety crisis as a public safety crisis and accelerate efforts to make our streets safe for everyone

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Traffic Violence Rapid Response @tvrr.bsky.social · 25d

Residents told us multiple people have been hit by left turning cars here

Broadway is on the High Injury Network and an upcoming project addresses many safety issues, but 8th needs a dedicated walk cycle and pedestrian median islands on both sides of the street

www.oaklandca.gov/Government/O...

Designs for streetscape improvement project at Broadway and 8th that include bus lanes, bulb outs, and one pedestrian island

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Traffic Violence Rapid Response @tvrr.bsky.social · 25d

We are saddened and outraged that yet another life has been tragically taken due to traffic violence

19 people have been needlessly killed on the streets of Oakland just this year, with untold numbers of others whose lives have been irreparably harmed

These injuries and deaths are preventable.

Map of traffic fatalities in Oakland since 2019 with Broadway Ave & 8th St highlighted

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Traffic Violence Rapid Response @tvrr.bsky.social · 25d

On Thursday a driver hit and killed 90 year old woman as she was walking across Broadway at 8th 😢

Our hearts go out to our neighbor whose life was cut short and we extend our deepest sympathies to her family and friends

www.oakrapidresponse.org/posts/fatali...

A Driver Killed our Neighbor in Downtown Oakland on Thursday

On Thursday morning, September 11th at 8:45am a driver hit and killed a 90 year old Asian woman as she was walking across Broadway Avenue at 8th Street near Old Oakland and Chinatown. Our hearts go o...

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George Spies @georgespies.bsky.social · Sep 3

A very special Transit Month Car Free Happy Hour will be at…

Temescal Brewing
Tuesday, September 9 starting at 5:30pm
4115 Telegraph Ave, Oakland
AC Transit lines 6, 18, 57, BayWheels bike share, MacArthur BART
@tvrr.bsky.social
@bikeeastbay.bsky.social
@walkoakbikeoak.bsky.social

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Traffic Violence Rapid Response @tvrr.bsky.social · Aug 26

There is no safe way for a cyclist to cross this high volume and high speed intersection

We call on OakDOT to prioritize street safety upgrades here and across the city to ensure bicyclists and pedestrians can safely cross the street

The Oaklandside @oaklandside.org · Aug 26

Hongmei Chen, a single mother, was killed by a large truck on Telegraph Avenue and 51st Street in Oakland while returning home from work.

After another cyclist is killed near Shattuck, bike advocates call for a safety fix

Hongmei Chen, a single mother, was killed by a large truck on Telegraph Avenue and 51st Street in Oakland while returning home from work.

oaklandside.org

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George Spies @georgespies.bsky.social · Aug 23

I stood on this corner with an eyewitness to the tragedy and went step-by-step through this tragic incident and the below is correct: there is no moment in the light cycle when people on foot or on bikes can cross without conflicts with turning vehicles. So people cannot avoid taking risks.

Traffic Violence Rapid Response @tvrr.bsky.social · Aug 20

There is currently no safe way for a cyclist to cross this high volume and high speed intersection

We call on @cityofoakland.bsky.social's elected leaders, OPD, OFD, and OakDOT to treat the traffic safety crisis as a public safety crisis and accelerate efforts to make our streets safe for everyone

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Traffic Violence Rapid Response @tvrr.bsky.social · Aug 21

Upper Telegraph is getting bike lanes in 2028, but that is still a ways off:
www.oaklandca.gov/Government/O...

Upper Telegraph Avenue Complete Streets Project

OakDOT is enhancing connectivity and safety on Telegraph Avenue from 52nd Street to Woolsey Street as part of Oakland’s Five-year Paving Plan.

www.oaklandca.gov

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Traffic Violence Rapid Response @tvrr.bsky.social · Aug 21

This is a very scary intersection, and what is even more scary is 52nd/Shattuck doesn't even make the top 20 most dangerous intersections in Oakland :(

We have a lot of work to do

oaklandside.org/2024/06/18/w...

Where are Oakland’s 20 most dangerous intersections?

From Bancroft and Seminary to Perkins and Grand, these crossroads see the highest nmbers of deadly car crashes and injuries.

oaklandside.org

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Traffic Violence Rapid Response @tvrr.bsky.social · Aug 21

We have heard from one direct witness so far who reported details different than this police report, but regardless of the exact situation there is no safe way for a cyclist to cross this intersection.

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Traffic Violence Rapid Response @tvrr.bsky.social · Aug 21

Yes, 55th and Shattuck was our first vigil 😢

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Screenshot of Twitter post with a photo of the vigil at 55th and Shattuck with people holding protest signs

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Traffic Violence Rapid Response @tvrr.bsky.social · Aug 21

Good point. This is more properly 52nd and Shattuck.

The labeling of this intersection is as confusing as crossing it.

Map of this intersection showing how confusing 51st and 52nd streets are here.

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Traffic Violence Rapid Response @tvrr.bsky.social · Aug 20

There is currently no safe way for a cyclist to cross this high volume and high speed intersection

We call on @cityofoakland.bsky.social's elected leaders, OPD, OFD, and OakDOT to treat the traffic safety crisis as a public safety crisis and accelerate efforts to make our streets safe for everyone

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Traffic Violence Rapid Response @tvrr.bsky.social · Aug 20

We are saddened and outraged that yet another life has been tragically taken due to preventable traffic violence

17 people have been needlessly killed on the streets of Oakland just this year, with untold numbers of others whose lives have been irreparably harmed

www.oaklandca.gov/Public-Safet...

Map of traffic fatalities in Oakland since 2019 with 51st and Shattuck highlighted

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Traffic Violence Rapid Response @tvrr.bsky.social · Aug 20

On Saturday a driver hit and killed women in her 50s as she was biking across 51st at Shattuck 😢

Our hearts go out to her life cut short as she was doing something as simple as riding her bike, and we extend our deepest sympathies to her family and friends

www.oakrapidresponse.org/posts/bicycl...

Photo of 51st and Shattuck looking north with cars and bikes

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Traffic Violence Rapid Response @tvrr.bsky.social · Aug 19

Come join the BPAC meetings! It is a friendly forum to discuss these sort of complexities.

The meetings are normally at City Hall, but the next one is this Thursday in Fruitvale

www.oaklandca.gov/Public-Meeti...

August 21, 2025 Bicyclist & Pedestrian Advisory Commission (BPAC)

This is a Special Meeting of the BPAC. This meeting will be held at the Carmen Flores Recreation Center in Fruitvale. People may be able to observe this meeting remotely, however, remote participation...

www.oaklandca.gov