On Saturday, September 7, 2024, just after 2:30 a.m., Sacramento Police Department officers responded to the 4000 Block of 4th Ave for reports of a shooting. At the scene, officers located two male adults, each with at least one gunshot wound. Both victims were transported to an area hospital by Sacramento Fire personnel.  One of the victims unfortunately, 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. We do not have any suspect information to release 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.