On December 21, 2023 just after 8:00 p.m., Sacramento Police Department patrol officers responded to the 7300 block of Meadowgate Drive for reports of a possible disturbance. Once officers entered the residence, they located a male adult who was hanging. Officers immediately brought the male down and provided medical aid. Additional officers located a female adult on scene with at least one stab wound. Officers provided medical aid to the female as well. The female was pronounced deceased on scene by responding medical personnel. The male was transported to an area hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased.

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.

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

At this time, investigators believe this incident was contained to the residence. 

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.