Sep 30, 2026 | In the News
September 30, 2026
Oakland, CA — Today, District Attorney Ursula Jones Dickson announced that the Alameda County District Attorney’s Office has filed felony charges against Shouyong Zhang (77) and Shili Chen (77) for the September 26, 2026, shooting death of Jonathan McKinsey (40) at a park in Dublin.
Both defendants have been charged with murder; personal use of a firearm causing death; and lying in wait, a special circumstance. If convicted, each defendant faces the possibility of life in prison without the possibility of parole.
Shouyong Zhang and Shili Chen are scheduled to be arraigned on September 30, 2026, in Department 702 of Alameda County Superior Court, East County Hall of Justice in Dublin, CA.
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Sep 24, 2026 | In the News
September 24, 2026 – Oakland, California — Alameda County District Attorney Ursula Jones Dickson announced today that a jury convicted Silasomari Bryant (33) and Derrick McIntyre (49) of second-degree murder and the use of firearms in the killing of 18-year-old Bre’Elle Vercher in Oakland.
On May 22, 2024, Bre’Elle Vercher was shot and killed while sitting in a car on Manila Avenue in Oakland. Earlier that evening, she had been in Oakland when defendant Silasomari Bryant got into an altercation with defendant Derrick McIntyre. The two men argued in person and over the phone. Ultimately, both drove to the corner of Manila and West MacArthur, where they engaged in a shootout. Neither man was harmed, but Ms. Vercher was struck twice in the back during the shooting. She was taken to San Francisco General Hospital, where she was pronounced dead from her injuries.
“Bre’Elle Vercher lost her life when a personal dispute escalated into deadly gunfire. This verdict holds the defendant accountable and reflects the jury’s careful consideration of the evidence,” said District Attorney Ursula Jones Dickson.
Silasomari Bryant and Derrick McIntyre were convicted by a jury of second-degree murder involving the use of a firearm. Further proceedings will be held in Department 6 of the Alameda County Superior Court at the Rene C. Davidson Courthouse on December 1, 2026, at 9:30 AM.
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Sep 23, 2026 | In the News
September 23, 2026
Oakland – Today, District Attorney Ursula Jones Dickson announced a $16 million settlement with Walmart, Inc. A law enforcement investigation found that Walmart illegally sold expired infant formula and over-the-counter (OTC) drugs.
Under California law and the terms of the judgment, Walmart is prohibited from selling expired infant formula and OTC drugs in California. In addition, Walmart agrees to implement an Enhanced Expired Product & Inventory Compliance Program, which includes employee training and hours dedicated to ensure that OTC drugs and infant formula are safe. The Alameda County District Attorney’s Office will receive $2.2 million in civil penalties and $60,000 in cost recovery.
The investigation revealed no evidence that the sale of outdated or expired products resulted in physical harm to consumers. In addition, Walmart cooperated with law enforcement upon learning of the investigation and took proactive measures to work towards compliance with the law before any settlement was reached.
The Alameda County District Attorney’s Office urges all retailers who sell OTC drugs or infant formula to review their inventory practices to ensure full compliance with state and federal law.
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Sep 16, 2026 | In the News
September 15, 2026 – Oakland, California — Alameda County District Attorney Ursula Jones Dickson announced today that the Alameda County District Attorney’s Office has filed felony charges against Derrick Walker (28) for an attempted armed robbery and shooting at an Oakland market, as well as a separate robbery and assault of an elderly woman (77).
On August 19, 2026, Walker entered Sky Market at 2645 14th Avenue in Oakland, armed with an assault rifle. Walker demanded money and fired several rounds. Fortunately, no one was injured.
On August 27, 2026, Walker robbed an elderly woman of her shoulder bag and its contents on 8th Avenue in Oakland. During the robbery, the victim was assaulted and knocked to the ground, resulting in injuries.
Walker has been charged with robbery, assault with a firearm, possession of an assault rifle, and being a felon in possession of a firearm. In addition, Walker has three prior felony convictions for robbery.
The defendant is scheduled to be arraigned on September 16, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. in the Superior Court of California, County of Alameda, in Department 112, at the Wiley W. Manuel Courthouse in Oakland.
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Sep 11, 2026 | In the News
September 11, 2026
Oakland, California — Alameda County District Attorney Ursula Jones Dickson announced today that the Alameda County District Attorney’s Office filed multiple felony charges against Christobal Hernandez Canas (22), Ismael Fernando Garcia (20), and Oscar Alfaro Garcia (23) for their roles in the theft, dismantling, and removal of parts from multiple vehicles, which were then abandoned in Union City and surrounding areas.
The investigation by Union City Police led to the recovery of multiple vehicles and numerous stolen automobile parts. As a result, the District Attorney’s office filed a complaint against the three men, alleging, amongst other things, 40 felony counts, including the unlawful taking of cars, receipt of stolen property, vandalism, and operating a chop shop.
“I want to commend and thank the Union City Police Department for its outstanding investigative work, persistence, and dedication to public safety, which led to the identification, disruption, and prosecution of this sophisticated auto theft ring,” said District Attorney Ursula Jones Dickson.
All three men were arraigned today on the felony complaint and will next appear in Alameda County Superior Court, East County Hall of Justice, Department 702, on Monday, September 14, 2026, at 9 a.m. for attorney and plea.
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