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Police: Rival gangs collided in Sacramento shootout


A passerby pauses at a memorial for the six people killed in a mass shooting in Sacramento, Calif. Associated Press/Photo by Rich Pedroncelli

Police: Rival gangs collided in Sacramento shootout

At least five gunmen were involved in a deadly shooting early Sunday morning in downtown Sacramento. Police say it now appears the incident was a shootout between rival gangs. More than 100 gunshots echoed through the streets in California’s capital as bars closed around 2 a.m. Six people died from gunshot wounds. Twelve others were wounded.

Have there been any arrests? As of Wednesday evening, authorities had arrested only two men in connection with the shooting. They are siblings in their late 20s. At the moment, they only face firearms charges. Authorities credited witnesses who contributed nearly 200 videos, photos, and tips with helping the investigation, which is ongoing.

Dig deeper: Read my report in The Sift about the two suspects who have been arrested.


Kent Covington

Kent is a reporter and news anchor for WORLD Radio. He spent nearly two decades in Christian and news/talk radio before joining WORLD in 2012. He resides in Atlanta, Ga.

@kentcovington


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