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flag Oakland saw a 24% crime drop and lowest homicides in decades in 2025, but five killings in early 2026 raise concerns.

flag Oakland reported a 24% drop in overall crime and its lowest homicide count in decades in 2025, with 67 killings—down 22% from 2024 and 47% from 2023—attributed to community policing, violence interruption programs, technology like ShotSpotter, and improved 911 response times. flag Officials highlighted a zero pedestrian fatality rate in early 2025 and a 95% homicide clearance rate, though some residents question data accuracy due to potential underreporting. flag Five homicides occurred in the first four days of 2026.

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