On Thursday, January 15, 2026, just after 1:15 a.m., Sacramento Police Department officers responded to reports of a shooting in the area of A Street and Ahern Street. Responding officers located an adult female victim, who sustained at least one gunshot wound. Officers rendered emergency medical aid until Fire personnel arrived on scene. The victim was transported to an area hospital where she succumbed to her injuries. 

Due to the circumstances, Homicide Detectives and Crime Scene Investigators responded to take over the investigation. They processed the scene, collected evidence, and interviewed witnesses. The circumstances of the incident remain under investigation. There is no 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.