On October 1, 2021 just after 1:10 a.m., Sacramento Police Department patrol officers responded to the 3600 block of 2nd Avenue regarding a report of a shooting. When officers arrived, they located two adult male victims with who each sustained at least one gunshot wound. Both victims were pronounced deceased at the scene by responding fire personnel. The involved suspect(s) fled prior to police arrival.

Detectives and crime scene investigators have responded to take over the investigation. Detectives will be conducting a canvass of the area for witnesses and evidence. The circumstances and motive surrounding this incident are still under investigation and there is no suspect information to release at this time.

The Sacramento County Coroner’s Office will release the identity of the victim after next of kin have been notified.

The Sacramento Police Department encourages any witnesses with information regarding this investigation to contact the dispatch center at (916) 808-5471 or Sacramento Valley Crime Stoppers at (916) 443-HELP (4357). Callers can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward up to $1,000.  Anonymous tips can also be submitted using the free “P3 Tips” smartphone app.