MESSAGE OF CONDOLENCE & SUPPORT
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09/20/2016
Following today’s tragic event at 35th & Penniman Avenues
The Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District (AC Transit) wishes to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the child involved in today’s tragic event. We will continue to work closely with the Oakland Police Department (OPD) as they investigate the circumstances of this event. Any questions about the police investigation should be directed to the public information office of OPD.
The AC Transit Operator involved in today’s event has been with the District since 1999 (this will amend earlier statements listing the Operator’s start date as 2011). He is fully cooperating with the police investigation. District standard protocol requires that the Operator undergo drug and alcohol screening. Meanwhile, we have provided therapeutic counseling to the Operator and staff members adversely affected by this truly tragic event.
HIPPA regulations preclude AC Transit from releasing the names or conditions of individuals involved in any active investigation.