Just before 6:30 p.m. Saturday, the Sacramento Police and Fire Departments responded to reports of a shooting, under the freeway, in the area of 3rd and W Streets.

When officers arrived, they found one victim shot with reports of the suspect fleeing with a pistol gripped shotgun type weapon, according to radio reports.

The victim was transported to the hospital via paramedic ambulance with non-life-threatening injuries.

Officers closed off 3rd Street between W and X Streets while they investigated, took statements and collected evidence.

Updates will be posted when/if they become available from the Sacramento Police Department.


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