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Reality television personality Mackayla Paige, widely known to fans as “Kash,” has died at the age of 29 after a fatal shooting in downtown Oakland, California. Her death has left family members, friends and fans mourning as investigators work to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
According to reports from NBC Bay Area and CBS San Francisco, police responded to reports of a shooting shortly after 1:30 a.m. on Sunday, October 11, near 14th and Harrison streets. Officers found Paige with a gunshot wound and attempted lifesaving measures before she was transported to a hospital, where she later died.
Sister charged in connection with shooting
Authorities announced a significant development on October 13. According to KTVU, Paige’s sister, 38-year-old Vernika Dunbar, was charged with involuntary manslaughter in connection with the shooting. Prosecutors also filed additional firearm-related charges.
Police allege that Dunbar was attempting to intervene in a confrontation involving her sister when the fatal shooting occurred. The circumstances remain part of the ongoing investigation, and the charges are allegations, not a conviction.
Remembering Mackayla Paige
Paige built a following through appearances on reality television programs, including Young & Reckless, Room H8z and Real West Coast Baddies, which helped introduce her to viewers of the Now That’s TV streaming platform.
Her family described her as an energetic person with ambitions beyond entertainment. Relatives said she wanted to improve her life, pursue her dreams and build a future for herself.
Following her death, family members and supporters gathered near the scene to create a memorial in her honor. The streaming network Now That’s TV also issued a tribute, expressing sadness over the loss of a member of its entertainment community.
Investigation continues
The shooting has prompted renewed attention from fans and the public, particularly as information and videos surrounding the incident circulate online. Authorities have cautioned that the circumstances should not be assumed based on unverified social media posts.
As the investigation continues, Paige’s loved ones are asking people to remember her for her life, ambitions and relationships rather than focusing solely on the circumstances of her death.
Sources: NBC Bay Area, CBS San Francisco and KTVU FOX 2.
This article is based on published news reports available as of October 14, 2026. The investigation and legal proceedings remain ongoing.