On January 16, 2022, the Folsom Police Department advised the Sacramento Police Department that they were pursuing a criminal complaint related to the conduct of Sacramento Police Department Officer Benjamin Gray. He was not on duty at the time the notification was received. On January 17, 2022, prior to his next scheduled workday, Gray was placed on administrative leave and his peace officer powers were removed. He remains on administrative leave as the criminal investigation is being conducted by the Folsom Police Department. In addition to the criminal investigation by the Folsom Police Department, the Sacramento Police Department’s Internal Affairs Division is conducting an administrative investigation which will be subject to an independent review by the City of Sacramento’s Office of Public Safety Accountability.

The Sacramento Police Department takes any criminal allegations against its officers seriously and is cooperating with the Folsom Police Department. Any possible victims or witnesses are urged to contact Folsom Police Department Detective Plank at 916-461-6478 or gplank@folsom.ca.us. The Folsom Police Department can also be reached at 916-355-7230.