Police responded to a fatal shooting in West Oakland on Thursday morning, according to police.

Just after 11 a.m., officers responded to 18th and Wood streets in West Oakland on a report of a shooting. Police found one person suffering from a gunshot wound who was declared deceased at the scene.

A homicide investigation has been launched and police are not releasing any more information at this time.

Anyone who may have information helpful to this case, including videos or other images, should contact the Oakland police homicide section at (510) 238-3821 or cidvideos@oaklandca.gov, or leave an anonymous tip at (510) 238-7950.

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