THIS IS A DIRECT REPOST FROM THE SACRAMENTO SHERIFF's OFFICE MEDIA RELEASE
Just before 1:00 a.m. on Friday, December 27, 2019, the Sheriff’s Communications Center received a call from the 4100 block of Florin Road regarding shots fired in a fast food restaurant drive-thru.
A short time later, a male in his late 20’s was brought into an area hospital suffering from a gunshot wound to the upper body. He was later pronounced deceased by hospital staff.
Detectives believe this was a targeted shooting, but a motive is unknown at this time.
The suspect was described as an adult male wearing a hooded sweatshirt. There is no further suspect information at this time.
There were other witnesses present at the time of the shooting who fled the scene prior to deputies’ arrival. They are being urged to contact the Sheriff’s Office.
The identity of the victim in this case will be released by the Sacramento County Coroner’s Office after notification of next of kin.
Detectives are asking anyone with information relating to this incident, to please contact the Sheriff’s Office at (916) 874-5115 or Sacramento Valley Crime Stoppers at (916) 443-HELP. Tip information may also be left anonymously at www.sacsheriff.com or by calling (916) 874-TIPS (8477).
