GoFundMe and trust fund created for security guard who died protecting news crew in Oakland

November 29, 2021

A GoFundMe and trust fund created for the loved ones of a security guard who died on Saturday after he was shot by armed robbers while working with a California news station has nearly reached its $25,000 goal.

What happened: Former police officer Kevin Nishita, who worked for Star Protection Agency, was protecting the KRON4 crew last Wednesday while covering a recent armed robbery at a clothing store in Oakland.

He was shot in the lower abdomen at the 300 block of 14th Street as attackers attempted to nab the station’s camera gear.
Nishita was taken to Highland Hospital where he died from his injuries three days later.
He had previously worked as a police officer with Hayward Police, San Jose Police and the Colma Police departments, as well as the Oakland Housing Authority.
The Oakland Police Department has launched an investigation and is offering up to $32,500 for more information that leads to the arrest of a suspect.

Donations: The GoFundMe, created by close friend Scott Lawrie, has raised more than $19,000 as of Monday for Nishita, noting that “donations for medical expenses, food, transportation for Nishita family and memorial expenses,” are appreciated.

Donations can also be made to the “Kevin Nishita Trust Fund” at Metropolitan Bank at 381 8th Street, Oakland 94607.
“Kevin always brought joy and would instantly light up the room with his smile!” Beth Minor, a friend from Nishita’s college, wrote. “My deepest condolences to his family.”
“My heart breaks for the family and friends of KRON security guard Kevin Nishita,” Oakland Councilmember Sheng Thao tweeted.
Thao added that a special city council meeting will also be held on Dec. 7 to tackle gun violence.

Featured Image via Alameda County Sheriff’s Office

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