On June 9, 2023, around 11:21 p.m., Sacramento Police Department patrol officers responded to the 7800 block of 36th Avenue for a report of a shooting. At the scene, officers located two victims who each sustained at least one gunshot wound. Officers immediately began performing life-saving measures. Despite these efforts, one victim, a male adult, was pronounced deceased on the scene by Sacramento Fire Department personnel. The second victim was transported to an area hospital for non-life-threatening injuries. 

Due to the circumstances, homicide detectives and crime scene investigators responded to take over the investigation. They processed the scene, canvassed the area, and interviewed witnesses. This incident remains in its early stages and the exact circumstances of what occurred remain under investigation. There is no suspect information to provide at this time.   

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.