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In a tragic turn of events, Wayne Shaw, the older brother of legendary rapper Too Short, was fatally shot early Wednesday morning in East Oakland. The 61-year-old Shaw, known for his quiet life away from the spotlight, found himself in a violent confrontation when he tried to intervene in an attempted robbery at a cannabis business.
The shooting took place on 49th Avenue near East 12th Street, where Shaw allegedly confronted suspects attempting to break into the business by ramming their vehicle through its doors. In a shocking twist, Shaw was shot during the altercation, and the assailants quickly fled the scene.
While the details of the cannabis business involved remain murky, with no records of permits or business filings, this violent act marks a grim milestone for Oakland, already struggling with an uptick in crime. Was Shaw simply in the wrong place at the wrong time? Or was there more to the story behind this heartbreaking tragedy?
As police continue their investigation into this shocking shooting, the community grapples with the loss of a man who, though not in the public eye, had deep roots in the area. The tragic loss also raises questions about the dangers lurking in everyday life, even for those trying to do the right thing.
