At approximately 8:30 PM on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office Gang Suppression Unit (GSU) Detectives were conducting proactive patrol in the South Sacramento area. They observed a silver-colored Ford hatchback with a vehicle code violation near Fruitridge Road and Odea Drive. After the vehicle pulled into a nearby strip mall, GSU Detectives conducted an enforcement stop. An adult male passenger from that vehicle opened the front passenger door and began to run away on foot. Detectives gave chase and observed the suspect holding a gun in his hand while running.

A few moments later, an officer-involved shooting ensued, where the suspect was struck at least once in the torso. Detectives rendered medical aid until fire personnel arrived on scene. The suspect was transported to the hospital and is expected to survive his injuries. A Glock-style handgun was recovered along with a loaded extended capacity 30-round magazine next to the suspect.

No deputies or other individuals were injured during this incident. The suspect’s identity will be released upon his release from the hospital and booking into the jail.

The investigation into this incident is still ongoing and will be conducted by the Sheriff’s Homicide Bureau and Professional Standards Division, which is standard practice for any officer-involved shooting that occurs in the Sheriff’s Office’s jurisdiction. An independent review of the incident will be conducted by the Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office. In accordance with the Sheriff’s Office policies and procedures, the Deputy involved in the shooting will be placed on administrative leave pending the investigation.

Sergeant Amar Gandhi
Sheriff’s Spokesman

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