On Sunday, March 03, 2024, Sacramento Police Department patrol officers responded to the 6100 Block of Ventura Street for reports of a welfare check. While on scene, officers heard sounds of shots fired. Officers did not return fire, but set up a perimeter. Additional officers were requested and then officers began systematically searching the area for a suspect. The suspect was not located during that time. During the investigation, officers located a female adult with at least one gunshot wound. That female was pronounced deceased on 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.

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.