A Plea For More Detailed Descriptions Of People By Oakland Neighbors

This Yahoo! Message Board post really bothered me:

Around 4pm today there was a young African-American (teenager 15-18yo) on a bike wearing a black jacket and black knit cap. I watched him ride his bike up and down Vernon a few times checking out cars and apartments.

I called the OPD non-emergency number just in case for peace of mind. It seemed like he was checking out the neighborhood.

Just thought I would give everyone a heads up.

That caused me to answer back with a plea for all to first, ask questions. That teenager could very well be someone who lives in the neighborhood who's just riding close to home. I talk to people; so should you. If you're reading this and have some weird racial boundary issues, do us all a favor and get rid of them. Please.

Thanks!

MISSING: Amanda Stokes - Worked at Cafe De Bartolo on Grand Av

Amanda Stokes, a 33-year-old blonde white female at 5 foot 4 inches is missing and has been since Sunday, November 25th. According to a flyer that's posted at Cafe De Bartolo her car was found at 5000 Park Blvd -- a Black 2001 Honda Accord -- across from the Lutheran Church.

If you recognize the photo and live in the Adams Point / China Hill area, it's because she worked at Cafe De Bartolo.



If you have any information, please call 404-931-7044.

Here are other photos of Amanda with friends.