• John Beam, Longtime Laney College coach, shot on campus.
• An arrest has been made in connection with the shooting.
• Beam is known for his feature in the Netflix series "Last Chance U."
• Authorities confirmed the condition of the victim remains critical.
• The incident has shocked the local athletic community.

John Beam, the longtime athletic director and former coach at Laney College, was shot on campus in Oakland, California, on Thursday. The incident took place at the college's sports facility, leading to a lockdown of the area while police searched for the shooter who fled wearing dark clothing. Beam has been critically acclaimed for his decades of coaching and was featured in Netflix's series Last Chance U, which chronicles the lives of community college football players. His condition has since been noted as critical, according to BBC and India Times.

As of Friday, authorities announced that an arrest had been made concerning the shooting of Beam. Though specific details regarding the suspect were not revealed, the assault has sent shockwaves through the community, with many expressing deep concern for Beam's welfare. Oakland's acting police chief confirmed during a briefing that investigations were ongoing, including reviewing surveillance footage, as they sought to understand the motive behind the attack, as reported by ABC News and Los Angeles Times.

Remaining a pivotal figure in Oakland sports, John Beam has coached many successful athletes throughout his career, noted for his ability to inspire and mentor students beyond the field. The community is rallying for him as investigations continue into this tragic event. Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee expressed her support, remarking on Beam’s significant contributions to the community over his four-decade career, according to SFGATE and previously mentioned sources.