Vallejo Reacts to Death of Unhoused Man in Trash Cleanup

On Christmas Eve, 58-year-old James Oakley was crushed to death during a Vallejo city-run trash cleanup, sparking shock and outrage among homeless residents and advocates. Three months after his death, the city of Vallejo has put a temporary pause on encampment sweeps. Links: Report: Unhoused Man Seen Alive Before Being Crushed During Vallejo Cleanup Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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