Do you know who killed this 15 year old student? On the night of June 7, 2014, 15-year-old Samantha Alvarado, a Latina teenager from Oakland, California, was fatally shot while sitting in a car near the intersection of 82nd Avenue and A Street in East Oakland. The incident occurred around 10:27 p.m. and also resulted in injuries to two young men who were with her; they were hospitalized and survived.
Samantha, a ninth-grade student at Emiliano Zapata Street Academy, was described by her principal as a "model student," a "brilliant artist," and a "deep and critical thinker." She had aspirations of pursuing a career in law.
As of the latest available information, no arrests have been made in connection with the shooting of 15-year-old Samantha Alvarado. The Oakland Police Department continues to investigate the case, but no suspects have been publicly identified or apprehended.
The tragic death of 15-year-old Samantha Alvarado remains a poignant reminder of the impact of gun violence on youth and communities in Oakland. Her loss was deeply felt by her school and community, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced in addressing and preventing such senseless acts of violence.
