On October 8, officers from SPD’s East Violent Crime Reduction (EVCR), South Problem Oriented Policing (SPOP), South Violent Crime Reduction (SVCR), East Problem Oriented Policing (EPOP), North Problem Oriented Policing (NPOP), North Violent Crime Reduction (NVCR), Special Investigations Unit (SIU), and K9 units assisted with a surveillance operation. During the operation, officers conducted a traffic stop and safely detained all five occupants. Two of the occupants were found to be on probation, allowing officers to conduct a probation search of the vehicle. During the search, officers recovered two loaded firearms. All five occupants of the vehicle were arrested on firearm related charges. Our department remains committed to removing dangerous weapons to preserve safety in our city. A huge thank you to our officers for their proactivity!

🚨🚨TRAFFIC ADVISORY: SPD is monitoring a large demonstration in the downtown area. There will be rolling road closures as the demonstrators move. Please plan accordingly.

Good luck to all of the athletes participating in the annual Ironman California Triathlon on Sunday, October 18th! 🏊‍♂️🚴‍♂️🏃 Please be aware of the road closures in the downtown and Old Sac areas and plan accordingly.  For more specific information about the affected areas and times, visit the following link: ironman.com/sites/default/fi…

On September 9, SPD's Special Investigations Unit (SIU), South Violent Crime Reduction (SVCR) and East Violent Crime Reduction (EVCR) units were investigating an instance of upcoming gang activity which led to planned directed enforcement.  In the area of El Camino Ave and Fairweather Dr, SVCR officers conducted an enforcement stop on a related vehicle. One of the passengers was determined to be on searchable probation. While searching the trunk of the vehicle, officers located an AR and a Draco assault weapon. The four occupants of the vehicle, 22-year-old-Lionel Dyer of Oakland, 23-year-old-Destiny Wilkerson of Oakland, 23-year-old-Cavari Maytalley of Oakland, and 21-year-old-Sinsaye Jones of Pittsburg were arrested on weapons related charges. SIU Detectives later observed a related armed subject leave in a vehicle in the area of El Camino Ave and Truxel Rd. SVCR officers conducted a high risk stop on the vehicle. After detaining all of the occupants, a search of the vehicle resulted in officers locating a semi-automatic firearm with an extended magazine. 20-year-old-Korey Ramsom of Sacramento was arrested on related charges. EVCR detectives conducted an enforcement stop in the area of Northview Dr on a related vehicle and while searching the vehicle, located a loaded semi-automatic firearm. Two of the occupants in the vehicle, 21-year-old-Joseph Maldonado of Sacramento and 22-year-old-Boog Torres of Sacramento were arrested on related charges.  That night, our EVCR, SIU, and SVCR units seized four weapons as a resulted of the directed enforcement. Excellent work by all officers involved. Their consistent proactive efforts on a daily basis ensure the safety of our city.

UPDATE: Following a continued investigation into this homicide, detectives were able to additionally book 51-year-old Joshua Huston of Sacramento on homicide-related charges. Huston has remained in custody at the Sacramento County Main Jail after being arrested on January 16, on charges related to being a felon in possession of a firearm and brandishing a firearm during this incident.

Congratulations to Officer Varnado for officially being sworn in today with the Sacramento Police Department. Officer Varnado joins our department as a lateral officer, bringing valuable experience to our team. Please join us in congratulating Officer Varnado! If you are interested in pursuing a career with the Sacramento Police Department, we encourage you to submit your application! joinsacpd.org/

The Sacramento Police Department is asking for the community’s assistance in locating an at-risk missing person. The MP is 66-year-old Richard Peltier. Richard is at-risk due to a medical and mental health condition. Richard is 5’11", 180 pounds, with gray hair and blue eyes. Richard was last seen around 11:30 a.m. on 9/28/26, in the 10 block of Synthia Ct. Richard was last seen wearing a white t-shirt, gray sweatpants, and green crocs. If you’ve seen Richard or know his whereabouts, please contact the Sacramento Police Department immediately. Thank you.

On Saturday, October 3, 2026, just after 1:30 a.m., Sacramento Police Department officers responded to reports of a person with a stab wound in the 2800 block of Sagemill Way. Responding officers located an adult male victim with at least one stab wound. Officers administered emergency medical aid to the victim until the Sacramento Fire Department arrived on scene. SFD transported the victim to an area hospital, where he was pronounced deceased. Due to the circumstances, Homicide Detectives and Crime Scene Investigators responded to take over the investigation. They processed the scene, collected evidence, and interviewed witnesses. The circumstances of the incident remain under investigation. There is no suspect information to release 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.

UPDATE: Following an extensive investigation and the relentless pursuit of the suspects in this homicide case, detectives secured homicide arrest warrants for two suspects. 22-year-old Javon Crump of Antelope and 36-year-old Dion Murphy of Elk Grove were subsequently arrested on the warrants and booked into the Sacramento County Main Jail.

We’re excited to welcome Aftershock back to Sacramento!  The festival takes place October 1–4 at Discovery Park. If you’re attending or traveling through the area, please plan ahead and expect increased traffic and delays. Have a fun and safe weekend, Sacramento!

On Saturday, September 26, 2026, just after 3:30 p.m., Sacramento Police Department officers responded to reports of a shooting in the 1700 Block of Arden Way. Responding officers located two adult female victims who each sustained at least one gunshot wound. One of the female victims was transported to an area hospital for her injuries and is currently in critical condition. Officers rendered emergency medical aid to the second victim until Fire personnel arrived on scene. The victim was pronounced deceased on scene. Due to the circumstances, Homicide Detectives and Crime Scene Investigators responded to take over the investigation. They processed the scene, collected evidence, and interviewed witnesses. The circumstances of the incident remain under investigation. Investigators continued to follow up on the investigation and later located the suspect of the shooting. 36-year-old Edward Tucker of Fresno, CA, was booked at the Sacramento County Main Jail on homicide related charges. 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.

Good luck to all the runners and walkers participating in the annual Urban Cow Half Marathon tomorrow, September 27th! Please be aware of traffic closures in the Land Park and downtown areas. The race begins at 7:30 a.m. and is expected to conclude around 11:30 a.m. Residents and drivers, please review the map below and allow extra travel time if driving in or out of the area on Sunday. For more information on affected areas and times, follow this link: static1.squarespace.com/stat…

Tonight our Joseph E. Rooney Police Facility (5303 Franklin Blvd) front parking lot will be closed to the public for pavement re-striping. The re-striping is expected to be completed after 2pm tomorrow (09/26/2026). Please utilize other Police facilities, if necessary.

Come hang out with the SPD Air Unit, Recruiting, and Car 1 at the Placerville Community Fund Props, Cops, & Rodders tomorrow! It’s FREE admission! Cool cars, live music, and food trucks. See you there!

UPDATE: Alexia James and Michael Keola have been safely located.

On September 21, the Sacramento Police Department received information regarding online threats of violence connected to a Sacramento resident. Officers immediately began an investigation and, with assistance from our Criminal Intelligence Unit and Explosive Ordnance Detail, served a search warrant at the suspect’s residence. During the search, investigators recovered multiple firearms, ammunition, electronic devices, written materials, and materials that may be associated with the manufacture of explosives. The suspect, 35-year-old Lo Saetern of Sacramento, was arrested on charges related to making threats against a specific public location and was also served with a Gun Violence Restraining Order. This investigation remains ongoing as detectives continue reviewing evidence and conducting additional follow-up. We appreciate the assistance and coordination of our regional, state and federal law enforcement partners throughout this investigation.

FINAL UPDATE: The suspect has been safely detained. Thank you to all of our personnel who brought this incident to a peaceful resolution.

UPDATE 1: SWAT and Crisis Negotiators on scene continue to work to try to bring this incident to a peaceful resolution.