On Saturday, October 24, 2026, just before 6:15 p.m., Sacramento Police Department officers responded to reports of an assault in the 1100 Block of 9th St. Responding officers located an unconscious male adult victim. Officers rendered emergency medical aid until Fire personnel arrived on scene. The victim was transported to an area hospital and despite life saving measures, he succumbed to his 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. 
 
During the investigation, officers located the suspect, 41-year-old Manuel Rivas of Sacramento, near the 1100 Block of H St. He was arrested and booked in the Sacramento County Main Jail on homicide related charges. 
  
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.