One person is dead following a vehicle collision tied to an attempted robbery in Oakland, officials said.
The incident was reported at 12:15 p.m. Wednesday in the 5900 block of Buena Vista Avenue.
Oakland police say a resident was outside when they spotted two people trying to steal their belongings from his car. The victim tried to stop them, which prompted the suspects to run to a waiting getaway car.
As the suspects were trying to drive away, they crashed into a pole and then rolled into a tree, killing one of the two people inside.
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The second suspect ran away and is still at large, police said. Evidence found in the suspect's vehicle ties both of the suspects to other crimes throughout the city of Oakland and are known to police.
"We ask that they remain vigilant at all times, be aware of your surroundings," said Kim Armstead of the Oakland Police Department. "Do not resist, do not fight back. Property could be replaced, your life cannot."
The attempted robbery victim was not injured, but neighbors said they were visibly upset. The community was left rattled as they're not used to this kind of crime in their area.
"It turned fatal and it's tragic," said Steve Frankel. "But there's a lesson on that, probably shouldn't steal."
