A murder case is moving forward after the killing of a nurse and health educator known to thousands of social media followers.
OAKLAND, Calif. — Lartey Solomon, a 33-year-old registered nurse known online as “Nurse Solomon,” was fatally shot during an alleged robbery attempt in downtown Oakland on May 31, and prosecutors have charged a Vallejo man with murder in the case.
Solomon’s death has drawn widespread attention across the Bay Area and among followers who watched his videos about health care and nursing. Authorities say a suspect was arrested within days of the shooting, allowing the criminal case to move quickly into court. At the same time, family members are mourning the loss of a father, son and brother whose work reached patients in hospitals and thousands of people online.
According to investigators, the shooting happened shortly after 2:45 a.m. near the intersection of 14th and Harrison streets in downtown Oakland. Police responded to reports of gunfire and found Solomon suffering from gunshot wounds. He was transported to a hospital but later died. Prosecutors allege Solomon had been walking toward his vehicle after leaving a nightclub with a friend when a man approached him and demanded a chain he was wearing. Relatives later said Solomon was willing to hand over his belongings rather than risk violence. His mother, Florence Edward, said her son intended to comply with the demand. Despite that, authorities allege he was shot during the encounter. The killing stunned relatives and friends who described him as a peaceful person dedicated to helping others through nursing and public health education.
Alameda County prosecutors have charged 39-year-old Shacory Carnell Daniels in connection with the shooting. Court records show Daniels faces charges including murder, attempted robbery, personal and intentional discharge of a firearm, and possession of a firearm and ammunition by a convicted felon. Authorities said Daniels was arrested June 4 in Menlo Park and remains in custody without bail. While prosecutors have outlined the charges, many details of the investigation remain unknown. Officials have not publicly disclosed whether investigators believe Daniels acted alone or whether other individuals were involved. Authorities also have not released a detailed account of the moments immediately before the shooting. Investigators have not discussed what role surveillance video, witness statements, forensic evidence or other investigative tools may have played in identifying the suspect. The criminal complaint alleges the robbery attempt directly led to Solomon’s death, but much of the evidence has not yet been presented in open court.
Before his death, Solomon had built a reputation that extended beyond hospital walls. Born and raised in Ghana, he later moved to the United States and pursued a nursing career in the Bay Area. Family members said he attended Merritt College and later earned a nursing degree from Samuel Merritt University. He worked at health care facilities that included Alameda Health Care and Kindred Hospital in San Leandro. Outside his clinical duties, he became known on social media for explaining medical topics in simple language. His TikTok account attracted more than 20,000 followers and generated more than 1 million views. Supporters said his content focused on education, answering questions about health conditions, treatments and patient care. Friends and relatives said nursing was more than employment for Solomon and that he viewed helping people as a lifelong mission. Many followers described his videos as informative, approachable and reassuring.
The legal proceedings are now moving through Alameda County Superior Court. Prosecutors announced the charges in early June following Daniels’ arrest. Court schedules indicate his next hearing is set for June 30. During future proceedings, prosecutors are expected to present evidence gathered by Oakland police, including witness accounts, forensic findings and investigative records. Defense attorneys will have the opportunity to challenge that evidence as the case advances through preliminary hearings and other pretrial stages. No conviction has been secured, and Daniels remains charged rather than convicted. Authorities have not announced whether additional charges could be filed or whether other suspects may emerge. The case remains in its early stages, and no trial date has been publicly announced. As the court process continues, investigators and attorneys are expected to provide more information about the events that led to the shooting.
Beyond the courtroom, family members and friends continue remembering Solomon for the impact he had on patients, colleagues and loved ones. Relatives are organizing funeral arrangements and seeking support for surviving family members, including his 11-year-old daughter and his father in Ghana. His brother, Emmanuel Solomon, said the circumstances of the shooting have been especially difficult because “he was scared of guns.” Family members said he regularly stayed in touch with relatives in both the United States and Ghana despite the demands of hospital work. His sister-in-law, Nana Ekua Solomon, said his social media presence reflected a genuine commitment to educating people rather than a search for attention. Colleagues described him as compassionate and respected within the nursing profession. Messages shared online after his death highlighted stories of kindness, mentorship and encouragement. For many supporters, those videos remain a lasting record of the guidance he provided.
As of mid-June, the homicide case remains active and Daniels is awaiting his next court appearance on June 30. Meanwhile, Solomon’s family continues preparing memorial services while supporters across the Bay Area and beyond remember the nurse, educator and father whose life ended during the alleged robbery attempt.
Author note: Last updated June 15, 2026.