On January 29, 2023, around 11:53 a.m., Sacramento Police Department patrol officers responded to the 6500 Block of Freeport Boulevard for a report of a shooting. Upon arrival, responding officers located one male adult victim who sustained at least one gunshot wound. Officers performed life-saving measures and the victim was transported to an area hospital for treatment where he later succumbed to his injuries. A short time later, one suspect was detained.

Due to the circumstances, homicide detectives and crime scene investigators will be responding to take over the investigation. They will be processing the scene, canvassing the area, and interviewing witnesses. The circumstances of the incident remain under investigation. 

The Sacramento County Coroner’s Office will release the identity of the deceased 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.