Arraignment Put Over in Case of Three Alameda Police Officers Charged for the Death of Mario Gonzalez
August 2, 2024
OAKLAND, CA — Today, three City of Alameda Police officers charged with involuntary manslaughter in the death of Mario Gonzalez made their first appearances at the Wiley E. Manual Courthouse in Oakland.
The three officers, James Fisher, Cameron Leahy, and Eric McKinley, face charges stemming from the April 19, 2021, death of Mr. Gonzalez while he was being detained on suspicion of shoplifting. If convicted and sentenced, the officers face up to four years in state prison.
The officers waived time for a speedy arraignment and their attorneys asked for a continuance. The arraignment was continued to October 11, 2024. Today’s hearing was attended by Mr. Gonzalez’ family and friends, including his mother. The City of Alameda has previously settled a civil lawsuit arising from Mr. Gonzalez’ death with a payment of $11,350,000 to Mr. Gonzalez’ family.
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