Homicide Investigation - 7600 Block of 22nd Street

MEDIA ADVISORY/NEWS RELEASE

On Saturday, September 21, 2024, just after 6:00 p.m., Sacramento Police Department patrol officers responded to the 7600 Block of 22nd St for reports of a shooting. Responding officers located one male juvenile with at least one gunshot wound. Officers provided emergency medical aid to the victim until Sacramento Fire Personnel arrived on scene. Sadly, the victim was pronounced deceased on scene.

Due to the circumstances, homicide detectives and crime scene investigators responded to take over the investigation. They will be processing the scene, canvassing the area, and interviewing witnesses. The circumstances of the incident remain under investigation. No arrests have been made and there is no suspect information to provide at this time.

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.