Oakland police search for suspect in shooting death of teen

Flint said the fatal shooting of Davon "underscores the importance of the school district's efforts to create conditions where youths can manage their conflicts in an appropriate manner without resorting to violence."

He said Davon's death "makes it clear that we have more work to do, both as a school district and as a city."

Crime Stoppers of Oakland and Oakland police are offering a $20,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in this case. Oakland police said anyone with information about the shooting should call their homicide section at (510) 238-3821.