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Three people were killed and several others injured late Saturday night when a speeding vehicle struck pedestrians at the intersection of 85th Avenue and International Boulevard in Oakland.The crash occurred around 11:15 p.m., according to a spokesperson for the Oakland Fire Department.Three victims died at the scene, while three others were hospitalized, including two in critical condition.Additionally, two pedestrians sustained minor injuries.Authorities reported that the driver collided with multiple cars before hitting pedestrians.The suspect attempted to flee but was stopped and detained by bystanders.The Oakland Police Department has indicated that further details about the incident will be released later.This tragic event underscores ongoing concerns about traffic safety and pedestrian vulnerability in busy urban areas.The local community has expressed shock, and officials are likely to review measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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