THIS IS A DIRECT REPOST FROM THE SACRAMENTO POLICE DEPARTMENT MEDIA RELEASE

On January 1, 2020 at approximately 2:55 p.m. Officers responded to the 2500 block of Traction Ave regarding reports of shots fired. When officers arrived on scene they located an adult male victim who had sustained at least one gun-shot wound.

Responding officers administered first aid until relieved by fire department personnel. Fire department personnel transported the victim to a local hospital in critical condition.

Due to the severity of the victim’s injuries homicide detectives and crime scene investigators have been called to the scene to take over the investigation. This investigation is in the early stages and is active. Based on preliminary information, investigators do not believe that there is an active threat to the community.

The Sacramento Police Department encourages any witnesses with information regarding this shooting to contact the dispatch center at (916) 264-5471 or Sacramento Valley Crime Stoppers at (916) 443-HELP (4357) or submit an anonymous tip using the free “P3 Tips” smartphone app. Callers can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward up to $1,000