DETAILS FROM THE SACRAMENTO POLICE DEPARTMENT
On April 10, 2022, just after 3:25 a.m., Sacramento Police Department patrol officers responded to the 2500 block of Amelia Earhart Avenue for a report of a shooting. At the scene, officers located two male adults who each sustained at least one life-threatening gunshot wound. The individuals were pronounced deceased at the scene by responding personnel from the Sacramento Fire Department.
Homicide detectives and crime scene investigators responded to take over the investigation. They will be conducting a thorough canvass of the area for evidence and witnesses and will be processing the scene for evidence. This investigation remains in its early stages but at this time it is believed to be an isolated incident. There is no suspect information to provide at this time.
The Sacramento County Coroner’s Office will release the identity of the deceased individuals 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.
