Jaws of Life stolen from Oakland Fire crew, public’s help sought

(KRON) — The Oakland Police Department said it is working closely with Oakland Fire Department officials to recover a stolen Jaws of Life tool.

OPD said the theft occurred 7:15 p.m. Friday in the 1600 block of West Street when Oakland Fire crew members used the Jaws of Life during an undisclosed incident. It was after the incident when the members noticed that the equipment had been taken.

Officials said this is an ongoing investigation.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Oakland Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at (510) 238-3728. If you have any videos or photos that could aid in the case, you’re asked to please send them to cidvideos@oaklandca.gov .

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