Ronald Benjamin, a 23-year-old Oakland resident, was killed on January 30, 2009, in a shooting that took place amidst a high period of violence in the city. Benjamin was one of many victims in a year when Oakland reported 104 homicides, reflecting the ongoing struggle the city had with violent crime. This marked a decrease from previous years, but the city's murder rate was still a significant concern, with homicide rates per capita remaining much higher compared to statewide averages during tha
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