The Brief Oakland Councilmember Rowena Brown was attacked late Saturday night/early Sunday morning by a person who "she had been supporting through a difficult time," according to her office. Oakland Councilmember Rowena Brown is recovering after reportedly being attacked and robbed by an acquaintance. Oakland councilmember attackedWhat we know:Brown’s office said in a Thursday statement that the councilmember was attacked on Saturday evening by the person who "she had been supporting through a difficult time." "I have been in touch with Councilmember Rowena Brown and she is well and recovering from her injuries as she continues to serve the residents of Oakland," Lee said in an Instagram post. The Source: Oakland City Councilmember Rowena Brown's office, Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee, Oakland Police Department, and Alameda County District Attorney's OfficeKTVU's Henry Lee contributed to this story.