Gunfire shattered the evening calm at a beloved Oakland restaurant, leaving two people wounded and a community reeling. On May 3, 2025, at around 8:16 p.m., a shooting erupted at Pierre Pierre restaurant in downtown Oakland, turning a routine dinner service into a scene of chaos. The fine dining spot, known for its southern cuisine, is owned by rapper JackBoy (Pierre Delince) and Chef Cleaz. It sits at 409 13th Street, near the Franklin Street side of the Tribune Tower.
The victims, a 24-year-old man from Richmond and a 31-year-old woman from Oakland, were struck by bullets during the incident. Both are now in stable condition, receiving treatment for their injuries. At the scene, bullet holes pierced the restaurant’s window, a stark reminder of the violence that unfolded.
JackBoy, one of the owners, didn’t hold back his frustration. In a raw statement, he said,
“Thank you, I appreciate this shit. All the fucking hard work, 20 years of fucking working. This is y’all gave me.”
He went on to slam the
“punk ass, phony ass, dumb ass beef shit y’all got going on, man,”
hinting that the shooting might stem from ongoing disputes or rivalries.
Police are still piecing together what happened. The Oakland Police Department has made no arrests, and the motive remains a mystery. JackBoy’s words, though, suggest this could be tied to personal or professional conflicts. The rapper has a history of feuds, including a notable clash with rapper Kodak Black that led to a drive-by shooting in Florida in 2023. While no evidence directly connects that past incident to this one, it underscores how tensions can boil over.
Pierre Pierre isn’t just any restaurant. It’s a black-owned business that’s earned praise for its unique flavors and upscale vibe, making this attack feel personal to many in Oakland. The fractured window and wounded diners have left a mark on a place meant to bring people together.
Investigators are asking for help. Anyone with information about the shooting can call the Oakland Police Department at 510-238-3426. For now, the community waits for answers, hoping this violent chapter doesn’t define a restaurant built on years of hard work.
