This press release is a summary of the facts known at this time.  This incident is still under investigation, so this information is subject to change.  Additional details will be released as they become available. 

On Thursday, January 4, 2018 at approximately 1:02 a.m., officers from the Sacramento Police Department were called to the 7400 block of Muirfield Way regarding a shooting. 

Officers arrived and located a male adult with at least one gunshot wound. Officers immediately took lifesaving measures until relieved by Sacramento Fire Department personnel.

The victim was transported by the Sacramento Fire Department to a local area hospital. Ultimately, the male succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased at the hospital. 

Officers conducted an initial canvas of the area for witnesses and evidence. Homicide Detectives and Crime Scene Investigators have been called to the scene to take over the investigation. At this time, a motive for the shooting has not been determined and investigators have not identified a suspect. 

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.