On Tuesday, August 30, 2016, at 7:31 p.m., the Sacramento Police Department responded to the 7200 block of Franklin Boulevard regarding a shooting that occurred.    

Upon arrival at the scene, officers located an unresponsive adult male laying in front of a open business.  It appeared that the man had sustained an apparent gunshot wound.  Sacramento Fire Department personnel responded to the scene and immediately transported the victim to an area hospital for medical treatment.  Despite lifesaving efforts, the victim succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased at the hospital.

Homicide detectives and Crime Scene Investigators responded to the scene to collect evidence and canvass the area for potential witnesses.  

A specific motive has not yet been established in this case but the investigation remains active.  No arrests have been made.  Investigators are asking for the community’s help in providing any information regarding this incident.

The identity of the victim will be released by the Sacramento County Coroner’s Office. 

The Sacramento Police Department encourages any witnesses with information regarding this  homicide to contact the dispatch center at (916) 264-5471 or Crime Alert at (916) 443-HELP (4357) or submit an anonymous tip using the free “P3 Tips” smartphone app.  Callers can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000.