The Public Information Office assists members of the media in gathering information and reporting on news events that impact the residents and visitors of the City of Sacramento. Because the media is a valuable resource to keep the public informed as to the Department's activities, the Public Information Office is a central location from which members of the media could obtain information regarding the various newsworthy events in which the Department had played a part.
For all media inquiries and questions, please contact the Public Information Office by phone (916) 808-0808 or email PIO@pd.cityofsacramento.org.
UPDATE - Thanks to the outstanding work of our patrol officers, crime scene investigators, and detectives, the Sacramento Police Department is pleased to announce the arrest of 51-year-old Ricardo Barraza of Sacramento in connection with this homicide. Barraza was booked into the Sacramento County Main Jail on homicide related charges on the evening of July 2, 2026. This arrest reflects the dedication and collaborative efforts of our personnel, as well as the critical role our community plays in public safety.