Oakland man charged with attempted murder of police officer in shooting incident

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A 35-year-old man, Robert Blackwell III, has been charged with attempting to murder an Oakland police officer. The incident occurred on February 10 when Blackwell allegedly fired at a patrol SUV with the officer inside. The officer was unharmed, and Blackwell was arrested later that day. He faces charges of attempted murder, shooting at an occupied vehicle, and gun possession. Blackwell was identified through surveillance footage. He is scheduled to appear in court on Thursday to enter a plea.


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