On Wednesday, March 4, 2026, just before 8:30 p.m., Sacramento Police Department officers responded to reports of a shooting in the 2800 block of Grasslands Drive. Responding officers located an adult male victim with at least one gunshot wound. Despite lifesaving measures, the victim was pronounced deceased on scene by Fire personnel. An adult male suspect was detained by officers on scene. 

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; however, there are not believed to be any other suspects outstanding.

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.