On Friday, August 2, 2024, just before 5:45 p.m., Sacramento Police Department patrol officers responded to the 2500 block of Altos Avenue for reports of a shooting. At the scene, officers located one adult male with at least one gunshot wound. That victim was transported to an area hospital by Sacramento Fire personnel, where unfortunately he succumbed to his injuries. 

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.