Surveillance video released yesterday by the Berkeley Police Department depicts a terrifying scene: A man casually standing around a well-lit gas station before pulling a gun out of his pants and firing what appears to be at least six shots across the street. A statement issued yesterday by BPD confirms that the intended target was a 39-year-old homeless man, who, thankfully, was not struck by the gunfire.
This all went down around 3:35 a.m. on the morning of April 14 at, according to CBS 5, the Touchless Car Wash at 2176 Kittredge Street. Bullet holes were found by police in the building across the street, but luckily no one in that building was reported hit.
"From video surveillance and witness statements the suspect is described as a black or dark skinned male, 6’0' to 6’03”, thin build, wearing a black t-shirt with a design on the front, chain around his neck, dark colored 'bucket' hat, tan pants, and white shoes," reads the police statement on the incident. "Following the shooting, the suspect fled south on Fulton Street and west on Bancroft Way. The suspect is currently unidentified and the weapon also remains outstanding."
As is clearly visible in the video, a random person can be seen casually strolling by the gas station as the shooter pulls out his gun and begins firing. That person took off running, and police are seeking the individual out as a witness.
If you know anything about the shooting, BPD is asking that you call them at 510-981-5741.
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