The Vallejo Police Department is investigating a possible homicide after a man’s body was retrieved from a creek with a gunshot wound on Tuesday. Responding to a report of a man in the water, VPD officers arrived at the 2200 block of Sacramento Street at around 6:53 p.m. The man was pulled from Austin Creek, which runs past the location, and was declared dead at the scene.
Police are currently investigating the circumstances and motives surrounding the shooting. This incident marks the 13th homicide in the city for 2023.
Authorities are awaiting the county coroner’s office to notify the victim’s family before they release his identity to the public. They are urging anyone with information related to the case to contact them.
This unfortunate incident underscores the importance of community involvement in crime prevention and solving. Reporting suspicious activity and information related to crimes can be crucial in helping law enforcement keep communities safe.