On June 10, 2024, 18-year-old Julian Barnes was fatally shot in Oakland, California. The incident occurred in the early morning hours, marking one of two separate shootings that day, which collectively resulted in the deaths of three teenagers.
The first shooting took place just before 1:30 a.m. in the 900 block of Filbert Street, where officers discovered an unresponsive individual suffering from at least one gunshot wound.
Shortly after, around 2:00 a.m., a second shooting occurred in the 1300 block of 102nd Avenue. Upon arrival, officers found an Antioch resident with gunshot wounds; he was transported to a hospital and later pronounced deceased. A juvenile male from San Francisco also arrived at the hospital with gunshot wounds and succumbed to his injuries.
Among the victims were Julian Barnes, age 18, and Jahhoury McGlothin, age 17. Both were memorialized on platforms dedicated to honoring individuals lost to gun violence.
As of now, the Oakland Police Department has not publicly disclosed information regarding any arrests or identified suspects connected to these shootings. The investigations are ongoing, and authorities have urged anyone with information to come forward to assist in solving these cases.
The tragic deaths of Julian Barnes and the other young victims have deeply impacted the Oakland community, highlighting ongoing concerns about youth violence and public safety in the area. Community members continue to seek justice and advocate for measures to prevent such senseless acts in the future.
