SAMUEL D. SOMERS, JR.
Chief of Police
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Sacramento, CA  95822-3516

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MEDIA ADVISORY/NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release No. 20161003-119
Monday, October 03, 2016

59th Street Homicide

On Sunday, October 2, 2016, at 4:07 p.m., the Sacramento Police Department responded to the 2600 block of 59th Street regarding a man seen bleeding in front of a residence.    

Upon arrival, officers located an adult male in his 30s in front of the home.  The man had suffered a traumatic injury and was being attended to by medical personnel from the Sacramento Fire Department.  Despite lifesaving efforts by first responders, the victim succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene.

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.

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