Anthony Nhep, a 21-year-old resident of Oakland, California, was tragically shot and killed on May 1, 2019. The incident occurred in the 1900 block of 17th Avenue near San Antonio Park in East Oakland. Nhep, who lived in another part of Oakland, was shot multiple times around 3:30 p.m. and was pronounced dead at the scene. The police have not determined a motive for the killing, and no arrests have been made in connection with his death.
Nhep was known to have acquaintances in the area where the shooting took place.
Following the incident, a GoFundMe account was set up on behalf of Nhep’s family to help cover funeral expenses and support his surviving family members, including his 3-year-old son, mother, and sister. As of the last update, the account had raised $1,540 towards its goal of $10,000. The Oakland Police Department and Crime Stoppers of Oakland have offered a reward of up to $10,000 for information leading to the arrest of the perpetrator. Despite these efforts, the case remains unsolved, and the community continues to seek justice for Nhep.
The investigation into Nhep’s death has been ongoing, with the police urging anyone with information to come forward. The lack of a clear motive and the absence of suspects have made the case particularly challenging for investigators. The community has been urged to assist in any way possible, as the police continue to follow leads and gather evidence. The tragic loss of Anthony Nhep has left a significant impact on his family and the Oakland community, highlighting the ongoing issue of gun violence in the area.
