This press release is a summary of the facts known at the time.  This incident is currently under investigation and the information is subject to change.  Additional details may be released as they become available.

On Friday, August 31, 2018 at approximately 7:17 a.m., officers from the Sacramento Police Department were called to the 200 block of Jibboom Street regarding a subject found with traumatic injuries.   

Upon arrival, officers located a deceased white, male adult along the sidewalk of Jibboom Street, near the entrance of Discovery Park.  The victim had obvious signs of trauma and appeared to be transient.  Fire Department Personnel were present and pronounced the subject deceased. 

Homicide Detectives and Crime Scene Investigators responded and took over the investigation.  Officers canvassed the area for evidence and potential witnesses.   

The cause of death has not been determined at this time and the identity of the victim will be released by the Sacramento County Coroner’s Office once next of kin notifications have been completed. 

The Sacramento Police Department encourages any witnesses with information regarding this death investigation to contact the dispatch center at (916)264-5471 or Sacramento Valley Crime Stoppers at (916) 443-HELP (4357).  Additionally, witnesses can also 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.