OAKLAND, Calif. (Next Stamina) — A beloved eighth-grade teacher was one of two people killed Saturday when a gun battle erupted between two individuals inside an Oakland nightclub, leaving five others wounded.

Why it matters: The death of Latetia Bobo has devastated a tight-knit school community, highlighting the collateral damage of gun violence on innocent bystanders.

• Victim identified: Ms. Latetia Bobo was a cherished 8th-grade ELA teacher at Caliber Beta Academy in San Pablo.
• School closure: Classes at Caliber Beta Academy were canceled Monday to allow students and staff to process the tragedy.
• The incident: Police report a 25-year-old man was also killed when an argument between two people at the EZ Lounge escalated into a shootout around 3:30 a.m. Saturday.

The state of play: Investigators believe all seven victims shot during the exchange were innocent bystanders caught in the crossfire.

• Investigation status: While Oakland police detained multiple people for questioning, it remains unclear if the primary shooters have been arrested.
• Community impact: Parents and colleagues described Bobo as a “bubbly” presence whose smile “would get you through the day.”

In their words: The school and parents expressed profound grief over the loss of an educator who “truly valued relationships.”

• The school’s tribute: “Ms. Bobo was such a special part of our community… She was an incredible educator and an even more incredible human being who truly valued relationships and community.” — Caliber Public Schools Statement
• A parent’s grief: “I’m angry. Not that anyone ever deserves it, but she definitely didn’t deserve it. She was just talking about her fiancé, and now she’s gone.” — said Robin DeGracia, CBS News reported.

The bottom line: The San Pablo community is mourning a pillar of its educational system while police continue to search for those responsible for the downtown Oakland violence.

What’s next: Authorities are expected to provide updates on potential charges as the investigation into the EZ Lounge shooting continues.