Deadly Oakland Crash Caught on Doorbell Camera After Police Chase

Oakland Tragedy: Doorbell Camera Captures Deadly Crash After CHP Pursuit Oakland, CA – A tragic incident unfolded Wednesday evening in Oakland, California, when a vehicle involved in a California Highway Patrol (CHP) pursuit crashed, resulting in the death of one pedestrian and injuries to another. The dramatic event was captured on a residential doorbell camera, offering a chilling perspective on the incident. The CHP initiated the pursuit shortly before 8 p.m., approximately one mile south of Lake Merritt. According to police reports, the pursuit was called off by CHP officers before the crash, but the suspect driver continued driving at a high speed. The video shows the suspect vehicle colliding with two pedestrians who were walking near the intersection. The impact sent the pedestrians flying. The force of the collision caused significant damage to the vehicle, resulting in a fire. "It was terrifying," said a neighbor who witnessed the event from their home and provided the doorbell footage to ABC7 News. "I heard the sirens and then, boom, a huge crash. I couldn't believe what I saw." The pedestrians were immediately attended to by emergency responders. One pedestrian succumbed to their injuries at the scene. The other pedestrian was transported to a local hospital with serious injuries. The driver of the vehicle was apprehended at the scene. Charges are pending as the investigation continues. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of high-speed pursuits and the devastating consequences of reckless driving. The Oakland Police Department is urging anyone with additional information to come forward and assist with the investigation.