Jerry Ezell Harbin, aged 37, was shot and killed on November 14, 2016, in West Oakland, California. The incident occurred in the 1100 block of 32nd Street at around 1:08 p.m. Harbin was shot multiple times outside a residence, and the suspect fled the scene shortly after the shooting. Authorities released surveillance photos showing the suspect leaving the area immediately after the incident.
The suspect was described as a Black male in his late twenties, standing between 5'9" and 6' tall, with a slim build, black hair, and a beard. He was last seen getting into a white 2012 Chevrolet Malibu and driving away from the scene.
Oakland police and Crime Stoppers offered a $10,000 reward for information leading to an arrest, as investigators continued to search for leads in the case. Despite these efforts, the motive for the homicide remains unclear, and law enforcement has urged anyone with information to come forward to help solve the crime. The community has been left in shock by the incident, which marked another tragic loss in Oakland's ongoing struggle with gun violence. The authorities are still seeking justice for Harbin and closure for his family and friends, who have had to cope with the aftermath of this devastating event.
If anyone has any information, they are encouraged to contact Oakland police homicide investigators or provide an anonymous tip to help in the pursuit of justice for Jerry Ezell Harbin.
