This press release is a summary of the facts known at this time, as this incident is actively being investigated. The information contained in the press release is subject to change. Additional details will be released as they become available.

On Sunday, November 19, 2017, at approximately 2:15 p.m., officers from the Sacramento Police Department were called to an apartment in the 5900 block of Riza Avenue regarding a subject who had been stabbed.

When officers arrived on scene they located an adult male with at least one stab wound to his upper body. Officers on scene administered cardio pulmonary resuscitation (C.P.R.) until relieved by medical personnel from the Sacramento Fire Department. The victim was transported to a local area hospital where he was pronounced deceased.

This is an isolated incident and is not believed to be gang related. No other individuals were injured at the time of the assault. The suspect remains outstanding. Investigators are actively attempting to locate the suspect, whose identity is not being released at this time.

Homicide Detectives and Crime Scene Investigators responded to the scene to canvass the area for any potential evidence or witnesses.  

The identity of the victim will be released by the Sacramento County Coroner’s Office once next of kin has been notified.      

The Sacramento Police Department encourages any witnesses with information regarding this homicide to contact the dispatch center at (916)264-5471 or Sacramento Valley Crime Stoppers 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 up to $1,000.