{"id":203366,"date":"2026-03-04T04:54:09","date_gmt":"2026-03-04T04:54:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/203366\/"},"modified":"2026-03-04T04:54:09","modified_gmt":"2026-03-04T04:54:09","slug":"suspected-prowler-who-allegedly-engaged-in-inappropriate-behavior-linked-to-6-incidents-in-oakland-police-say","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/203366\/","title":{"rendered":"Suspected prowler who allegedly engaged in ‘inappropriate behavior’ linked to 6 incidents in Oakland, police say"},"content":{"rendered":"

OAKLAND, Calif. (KGO) — Oakland police say a man has been linked to at least six instances of prowling in East Oakland neighborhoods.<\/p>\n

Neighbors tell police they’ve spotted the person peering into their homes, with some reports saying he’s doing them from peoples’ yards. The incidents would take place between 8 p.m. and 10 p.m.<\/p>\n

The suspect has been seen in several neighborhoods with the most recent incidents in Maxwell Park.<\/p>\n

The reports started back in March 2025.<\/p>\n

In some cases, police accuse the subject of engaging in inappropriate behavior.<\/p>\n

INTERACTIVE: Take a look at the ABC7 Neighborhood Safety Tracker<\/a><\/p>\n

The suspect is described as a balding male, possibly Caucasian or Latino, in his 40s or 50s. He was last seen wearing a black jacket, a white hooded sweatshirt, and blue jeans, according to OPD.<\/p>\n

Police suspect there are more victims who have not yet come forward.<\/p>\n

MORE: Morgan Hill woman says prowler used Wi-Fi jammer to disable home cameras, tried to enter<\/a><\/p>\n

Police is reminding residents to remain vigilant, promptly report suspicious activity, and share any relevant surveillance footage with investigators.<\/p>\n

The Oakland Police Department says anyone who may have been a victim or who has information about these incidents to contact the OPD Special Victims Unit at (510) 238-3641.<\/p>\n

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