On August 19, 2023, around 8:19 p.m., Sacramento Police Department patrol officers responded to the 1300 Block of Dixieanne Avenue for a report of a shooting. At the scene, officers located one adult male who sustained at least one gunshot wound. Officers provided medical aid until the Sacramento Fire Department arrived on scene. Despite these efforts, the victim was pronounced deceased at the scene by Sacramento Fire personnel. 

Due to the circumstances, homicide detectives and crime scene investigators responded 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. No arrests have been made and 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.