On June 17, 2023, at approximately 3:00 AM, 21-year-old Santos Pablo-Ramirez was fatally shot in the 2100 block of 39th Avenue in Oakland, California. Officers from the Oakland Police Department (OPD) responded to a ShotSpotter activation in the area and discovered Pablo-Ramirez suffering from a gunshot wound. Despite prompt medical attention, he succumbed to his injuries before reaching the hospital.
Following an intensive investigation, OPD detectives identified 38-year-old Oakland resident Jose Estrada-Avalos as the primary suspect in the homicide. He was apprehended on June 19, 2023, at approximately 5:30 PM in Oakland. Subsequently, Estrada-Avalos was charged with the murder of Pablo-Ramirez and booked into custody.
The swift arrest was attributed to the relentless efforts of OPD officers and detectives, who worked tirelessly to gather evidence and track down the suspect. The department acknowledged the community's support and cooperation during the investigation, which was instrumental in bringing the suspect to justice. As of now, no further details regarding the motive or any additional suspects have been disclosed.
