The Espinoza murder brought the number of homicides in Oakland to 65, leaving three more months until the end of the year. There were 68 for all of last year. Local Oakland residents are concerned about the safety of the neighborhood. You see the police a lot and even with the police around it isn't safe. Another Oakland resident expressed concerns about Oakland police in the area.
Most crimes take place when there is less police presence.
There should be more patrolling and police presence everywhere.