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Update: Police Shoot Man at Gas Station on San Pablo Thursday Night

The man remains in critical condition Friday afternoon. Neighbor says woman worked at Chevron station where attack occured.

Update, Dec. 28, 5 p.m.: The owner of Ace Tattoo said that the woman who was beaten in an attack that led to an officer involved shooting Thursday night worked at the gas station where the incident occured. 

Dave Rogerson, who owns Ace Tattoo next to the Chevron, said that he saw the woman frequently and that she was a fixture of the neighborhood. He also believes that the man police shot was her boyfriend. 

Update, Dec. 28, 3:45 p.m.: The woman who was being pistol-whipped Thursday night went to the hospital with injuries sustained in the attack but was later released, according to Lt. Paul Keith of the El Cerrito Police Department. Keith also said that the man El Cerrito police officers shot during the incident remained in critical condition Friday afternoon. 

Keith said that the shooting will be investigated by a joint task force of the El Cerrito Police Department and the Contra Costa County District Attorney. The department will also be releasing a more detailed account of the shooting following more investigation. 

-By Bay City News Service

A man who allegedly pistol-whipped a woman in El Cerrito Thursday night is in critical condition after being shot by police officers.

Officers were called to a report of a man and woman involved in an argument around 6:40 p.m., according to police. Police said that as officers responded to the scene, they received new reports of the man beating the woman behind the Chevron gas station at San Pablo and Potrero avenues.

Officers arriving on the scene saw a man pistol-whipping a woman. Two officers fired at the man, hitting him. He was taken to an area hospital where he was listed in critical condition early this morning, police said.

Police said the officers involved in the shooting have eight years of combined law enforcement experience. No further information was immediately available.

Early Thursday morning, police officers in Walnut Creek after responding to a domestic violence call. 

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Debbie Weeks December 28, 2012 at 06:26 pm
Lou, if iyour inquiring mind just needs to know, know this.... The so called "fact that you stated that Marin cops fire less at potential criminals than ECPD is not true. In fact Marin police have shot and killed 239 percent more criminal suspects than our police force.
George F. Austin December 28, 2012 at 07:21 pm
sounds justified to me!!!!
George F. Austin December 28, 2012 at 07:25 pm
A black man pistol whipping a woman in Marin, the police no doubt will ask him to stop and then offer anger management classes to him
Alvin Mabuhay December 28, 2012 at 08:31 pm
The first thing they did is aim, the second thing they did is shoot and the third thing they did is save lives!! Lou, you are a turd. You represent the sorta mindset that is exactly wrong with this world. If you had just asked for more information, you would have been fine. But while removing the lint from your belly button, you went on to suggest that cops may have been scared, to say that you are tired that cops shoot people in the East Bay, and then suggest that such shootings reflect a lawless place.
So after you got your butt handed to you by the good people here, you try to offer some rationale for your first posting. You're just a turd, who has no sense of the real world and no clue of the actual statistics (thanks Debbie Weeks) because the amount of officer involved shooting in El Cerrito is remarkably low, considering the environment that they service. Maybe you read "pistol whipping" and imagined some pillow-like action, or thought, "Hmm, well at least he's not shooting the gun." Pistol whipping involves a dense metalic object, in this case, with blunt force trauma being inflicted on body of a woman. This is a felonious act that can result in death. The guy might as well have been stabbing the woman. His actions were a surrender of his right to live. I am not sure of all the facts, but quite possibly, shooting was the only and/or best option.
John Stashik December 28, 2012 at 09:22 pm
Stay in Marin. We don't need you or your ilk in our city as what happens here is of no business to Marin or Berkeley types.
ECPD handled this well. The police didn't have time to draft a letter to the perp. Good shots.
bill December 29, 2012 at 12:10 am
Thanks for the stats. Most people live in a bubble of delusion and ideology; if they can AFFORD it. Numbers don't lie.
I'm sure the officers followed SOP.
Denise Sangster December 29, 2012 at 04:09 am
Thank you to our police for your bravery... It is a special kind of person that come during the worst moments and risk their life... Appreciate all you do for us!
Alvin Mabuhay December 29, 2012 at 04:17 am
Let's thank Lou for being our collective reverse barometer on this issue. It is refreshing to see so many well-minded people show their appreciation for the work these brave men and women do!
Pete Dito December 29, 2012 at 02:17 pm
its easy to talk about anything ,look all facts if you have not been in that situation you don"t know .all these brave police, you can call them brave ,what ave they don that was so brave....
David Yamaguchi Roe December 29, 2012 at 02:36 pm
Lou,
You seem deranged. The thugs are the problem in the East Bay and the cops are not the the problem you make them out to be. Thugs are a bigger threat to the East Bay. Start vilianizing thugs.
George F. Austin December 29, 2012 at 02:55 pm
update please, was this a case of domestic abuse; attempted stranger abduction; or an argument over gun control gone horribly wrong?
David Rogerson December 29, 2012 at 03:36 pm
George, it WAS a domestic case.
The woman is a little ray of sunshine to the customers at Chevron on Potrero, and this is a really sad case. But, the "argument over gun control gone horribly wrong" line almost made me choke on my coffee! Hahahaaaaaa... This thing is really a bad deal, and has had a HIGH human cost. Many people were hurt by this. The responding officers and their families, the woman who was beaten, obviously...and her family/friends...as well as the community as a whole. This is horrible. I'd like to personally thank all of you who have taken the time to show support/compassion to our friends at the ECPD in this stressful time. These folks are our neighbors, friends, and protectors. I'm really proud of how we as a community have been able to face the challenges of a small town sandwiched in between two of the most violent cities in the nation, and retain our character and sense of neighborliness, and above all our safety. So, Lou...sorry if this all seemed so personally directed at you. It's just that we here in El Cerrito have our own way of dealing with OUR community and we are I feel, justifiably proud of what we have and who we are. We may have our differences, but when there is a threat, we unite to support one another as good neighbors always should. Thank you all again, and let's not forget the sacrifices that have been made and continue to be made to keep El Cerrito wonderful.
Robby Sun December 29, 2012 at 04:32 pm
Seriously though, about the gun that was used to whip the woman, was it obtained legally?
I don't know which is worse: that a psychotic who shouldn't be allowed to own a gun at the first place, manages to legally purchase a gun; or a gangster easily buys a gun on the street illegally.
Jeff Lichtman December 30, 2012 at 01:40 am
I just saw an update from the ECPD. They say that the assailant ignored orders from the police to stop beating the woman, and instead pointed his gun at the woman as if to shoot her. That's when the police shot the assailant. It sounds to me like they had no choice.
Satisfied now, Lou?
Mark Kay December 30, 2012 at 05:24 pm
I wish our city employees lived in our city. However, in my experiences I know of none. It's nice to think they are our friends and neighbors, but many times that is not the case.
TN January 2, 2013 at 08:49 pm
Well said, ACE! I second that, especially after meeting several ECPD Officers, Sergeants, Lieutenants, and the Chief. What an amazing group they have. I feel safe knowing that each one of them risk their lives on a daily basis so that we can enjoy our freedoms and feel safe within the community.
Pamela Gilbert-Snyder January 3, 2013 at 03:28 pm
Can't you folks exchange differences of opinion without name-calling, piling on, and making it personal? I agree with the majority view, but hesitate to align myself with people who can't express themselves with basic courtesy. Lou, I have no problem with the questions you raised; they are legitimate. And I have a lot of sympathy for the police and am glad they stopped this man.
David Rogerson January 3, 2013 at 05:15 pm
Diane,
I don't have a problem with questions...I have a problem with the way Lou asked them. Very accusative tone. These officers SAVED A LIFE. We need to thank them...as you HAVE. That is all. Just re-read Lou's first post. THIS is El Cerrito. We can handle it. We don't need outside agitators, sowing doubt within our community. I think that was the point of most of the counter-posts, Diane. Hope this doesn't sound like I'm "piling on"...just letting you know, this was HORRIFIC, and the ECPD did an EXCELLENT JOB. I was nearby, and as I say...it was HORRIBLE. The officers comported themselves perfectly.
Alvin Mabuhay January 3, 2013 at 09:02 pm
Diane, if you don't have a problem with what Lou said, then either you are equally misguided and misinformed, or you can't read. Just a suggestion, but go back and read Lou's first post. If you really "have no problem.." with it, then don't whine when the good people here educate you.
Pamela Gilbert-Snyder January 3, 2013 at 09:41 pm
I saw nothing in the initial post that warranted calling the poster a "turd" or insulting his or her intelligence. Even vehemently held views can be expressed rationally and politely without getting personal or implying that someone whose opinion differs from yours "can't read." Before the advent of the Internet, public forums were face-to-face affairs, which probably kept them more civil. But they are just as important now, and would better serve their purpose if they were treated as more than just "vent fests." In this one, anyone whose views differed from those of the derisive majority probably decided early on not to bother speaking up. Why invite the abuse? If an echo chamber is what you're after, your purpose has been served, but I don't know that the Patch's has been. Maybe the Patch will weigh in and let us know.
Alvin Mabuhay January 3, 2013 at 10:25 pm
With each message you underscore my point. You have now confirmed that you have no problem with Lou's comments which suggested that the police acted out of fear? that their actions endangered the victim's life? that he is so tired of police shooting "people"? No problem calling El Cerrito (by inference) a lawless place? Really Diane? REALLY??
And grow up a little if you can't handle some passionate counterpunching to Lou's (and now yours) comments. This is not a topic about some benign issue like library hours or updates on the Farmer's Market, this was about an officer-involved shooting. And in this case, it happen to save the life of a woman being beaten by a man with a gun. Don't expect the good citizens of El Cerrito take kindly to one's premature and accusatory tone. If this offends you, then perhaps you should swim in shallower waters.
David Rogerson January 3, 2013 at 11:22 pm
Maybe I missed the "turd" statement, Diane...and if someone did call Lou a turd, that is unfortunate.
Your comments have been measured, and considerate. I would engage in spirited debate/ discourse with you anytime as you are obviously intelligent and quite articulate. My issue was with Lou as is demonstrated above. That first post is indefensible, disrespectful, and plainly insulting to El Cerrito as a whole. The echo chamber as you call it continues because no one has properly addressed Lou's first post. Not Lou, and now you, Diane. If there is a retraction, or an admission of inappropriateness I'm sure this would all be moot. I don't believe that will happen...and that's fine, but we will stand up for the fine individuals of our city and ESPECIALLY those of the ECPD at ALL TIMES. Your statements have been measured and respectful. You make fine points about Internet based discourse, and I couldn't agree with you more on that point. My issue remains with the initial post Lou made. I cannot abide a knee jerk, ilinformed opinion crafted into a finely pointed insult/attack on my personal friends/guardians at the ECPD. Not today, not any day.
Alvin Mabuhay January 4, 2013 at 12:26 am
Dave, I believe we are on the same page, or at least we were. I make no apology for my descriptor "turd" as it was fitting for the vile comments that Lou posted. If I were in his presence and not subject to decencies guidelines that exist here, other words would have been used. Keep in mind that Lou took the gloves off first. My words were much more civil when I addressed Diane.
I do, however, take exception to you characterizing Diane's comments as "measured and considerate" especially when you consider her initial defense (and later confirmed) of Lou's message. I also disagree, respectfully, on your assessment that Lou's first post had not been properly addressed. On the contrary, the good people here spoke to it quite astutely. Where we are in agreeement, is your clear support of the ECPD. To that end, we share a strong common bond and really that is ALL that matters here. It is because I feel so strongly about the accusatory tone of Lou's message and later defense of which, by Diane, that I used somewhat sharp language. Less we forget, that some of man's most memorable debates included a few street barbs.
Alvin Mabuhay January 4, 2013 at 12:30 am
And it's worth noting that given a chance to reassess and reconsider her defense of Lou's comments, Diane chose to stand pat. Can you honestly defend that? I will defend Lou's right to free speech, but such freedoms are shared by those who disagree.
David Rogerson January 4, 2013 at 01:10 am
Alvin, ABSOLUTELY!!
I feel the term "turd" was not in the moment inappropriate in proportion to what Lou launched initially...ABSOLUTELY. The only thing "unfortunate" about it, is that someone as well equipped as Diane is to engage in debate would do exactly what she did, and use that as the ONLY criticism of your FINE WORDS. The point I was making was that no one who made vague, accusatory statements ever owned up to their initial off-base assessment of the situation. No retraction of any kind. Lou's barbs were as you stated accurately, completely uncalled for, and your replies were very well thought out, and I believe spot-on. I do understand some of what Diane meant, which was about all of our need to treat each other with respect, and in that regard I do agree. You are correct Alvin, we concur on all points, and I DO hope to meet as Diane terms it, "Face to Face" and keep up on what's news in EC. You sir, are a great communicator and I am glad to have made your virtual friendship here on the Patch. Please do feel free to stop by the shop anytime, I'm at 11375 San Pablo, W-S in the afternoons. Keep fighting the good fight, my friend.
maurice skinner February 17, 2013 at 07:53 pm
the attacker was never chaged with any crime so he a free man he's no longer in the hospital
Alvin Mabuhay February 17, 2013 at 08:27 pm
Interesting update Maurice. What is your source? Can you provide a link?
Ellen March 15, 2013 at 09:03 am
The attacker was indeed charged: http://elcerrito.patch.com/articles/suspect-shot-by-el-cerrito-police-arrested-after-release-from-hospital-with-a-4-day-gap
David Rogerson March 15, 2013 at 02:17 pm
BOOM.
El Cerrito on top of it's game, yet gets NO SUPPORT on the county level. Total disrespect. Officer G, you are a hero, brother.
maurice skinner March 16, 2013 at 09:51 pm
michael was not charged there was a arrest warrant for his arrest while he was in the hostipal michael was releast from the hospitl on feb 13th when victim found out call the D>A> Jeff Kolko which did nothing about the iinfo. he received from the victim victim had to return to ec cerrito police department to report he was no longer in hostipal he was in clear lake at sister home on feb 19th lake county pick michael up and arrest him if it wasn't for the victim having the address of relative michael would still been at large victim ifro. . about every thing she heard about michael and D.A di notthing

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