"Oakland police say a man has been linked to at least six instances of prowling in East Oakland neighborhoods. Neighbors tell police they've spotted the person peering into their homes between 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. Police say the suspect has been seen in several neighborhoods with the most recent incidents in Maxwell Park."
"The suspect is described as a balding male, possibly Caucasian or Latino, in his 40s or 50s. He was last seen wearing a black jacket, a white hooded sweatshirt, and blue jeans, according to OPD. Police suspect there are more victims who have not yet come forward."
"Police is reminding residents to remain vigilant, promptly report suspicious activity, and share any relevant surveillance footage with investigators. The Oakland Police Department says anyone who may have been a victim or who has information about these incidents to contact the OPD Special Victims Unit at (510) 238-3641."
Oakland police have connected a suspect to at least six prowling incidents across East Oakland neighborhoods. Residents reported spotting the individual peering into homes between 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. from residential yards. The incidents began in March 2025, with recent activity concentrated in the Maxwell Park area. In some cases, the suspect engaged in inappropriate behavior. Police describe him as a balding male, possibly Caucasian or Latino, in his 40s or 50s, last seen wearing a black jacket, white hooded sweatshirt, and blue jeans. Authorities believe additional unreported victims exist and urge residents to report suspicious activity and provide surveillance footage to investigators.
Read at ABC7 San Francisco
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