Dandre Martin, a related suspect, has been arrested, according to Sacramento police. Find out more about this case.
According to Sacramento Police Chief Dandre Martin, 26, he was charged with aggravated assault with a weapon and possessing a firearm when prohibited.
Detectives conducted search warrants at three homes and collected at least one pistol, according to the source.
Who Is Dandre Martin? Sacramento Shooting Suspect Identified
Dandre Martin, a 26-year-old man, was a suspect in the Sacramento shooting, but his identity has not yet been confirmed.
Officials have identified the three men and three women murdered in the bloodiest mass shooting in the United States this year.
The shooting, which occurred just a few miles from the State Capitol, horrified a community still reeling from the pandemic. Sacramento, particularly the downtown area, has seen many restaurants and other businesses close because state employees no longer commute to downtown offices.
The majority of state employees in the city continue to work from home. Even still, homeowners and business owners say downtown Sacramento has seen a surge in nighttime activity.
Was Dandre Martin Arrested?
According to the Police Chief, Dandre Martin was arrested and charged with assault with a firearm and being in possession of a restricted handgun.
On Monday, Lester informed local NBC station KCRA that he is facing accusations of assault with a handgun and being a restricted person in possession of a firearm.
Initially, police stated they were looking for at least two suspects responsible for the fatal shooting.
According to authorities, SWAT team personnel and investigators served search warrants at three homes before making the arrest. At least one handgun was discovered during their search.
Over 100 shot casings were discovered at K and 10th streets, according to Sacramento police. The lethal shooting struck at least three structures and three vehicles.
Sacramento Shooting Case Update
According to Sacramento police Chief Kathy Lester, the gunshots occurred after a huge brawl and resulted in three male and three women deaths.
According to Sacramento police, multiple gunmen were involved in a mass shooting in downtown Sacramento that killed six individuals and injured 12 others.
The suspect victim has already been apprehended, but the matter is still being investigated, and no further information has been given.