One Dead, One "Grave" In California Motel Murder/Suicide

"OAKLAND, CA — A 19-year-old woman is fighting for her life this morning after being shot in the head at an East Oakland motel by a 27-year-old man who then killed himself, police said.

"The shooting happened about 12:06 a.m. at the Motel 6, 8480 Edes Ave., not far from the Oakland Coliseum, less than five hours after the two checked into a room, police said.

"Police did not identify them pending notification of relatives.

"Sgt. Alex Perez said the woman had documents indicating she was from Las Vegas; the man appears to be from Vallejo.

"Perez said police are not sure what their relationship was or how long they knew each other.

"He said the couple checked into the motel about 7:27 p.m. Tuesday, just a few minutes after buying some food at a nearby fast food restaurant. He said the food was never eaten.

"Other occupants did not report hearing any arguing from the pair's room.

"A security guard and a guest did hear gunfire just before the two were found.

"Perez said it appears the man shot the woman in the head with a pistol then shot himself. He was pronounced dead at the scene at 12:27 a.m. today.

"The woman was in grave condition at a hospital."

Source: Contra Costa Times...