Santa Rosa Police Investigate Shooting on Dutton Avenue; No Suspects Identified
Authorities in Sonoma County have opened an investigation into an alleged shooting on Dutton Avenue in Santa Rosa last week, which police say may have been a targeted incident.
According to a press release by the Santa Rosa Police Department, officers responded to reports of gunshots on the 600 block of Dutton Avenue on the evening of Monday, June 5. Upon arrival, officers discovered a Ford Mustang with shattered front windows. No suspects or victims were found at the scene, but several shell casings were located near the vehicle, police said.
The SRPD Violent Crime Team then took charge of the investigation, with assistance from Field & Evidence Technicians who processed the crime scene. Detectives learned that the victims, accompanied by family members, had been driven to a nearby hospital. It was determined that only one person sustained injuries during the shooting.
According to witness statements and evidence gathered at the scene, police reportedly believe that three individuals were parked in the Ford Mustang when an unidentified vehicle approached them. Two occupants allegedly exited the approaching vehicle, and a series of gunshots rang out. The unknown vehicle then quickly fled the scene.
Detectives are not yet sure if there was more than one shooter involved. While investigators have yet to ascertain a potential motive, they reportedly do not believe the incident was a random act of violence.
The injured victim, identified a 19-year-old woman, received medical treatment at a local hospital and has since been released. Due to the circumstances surrounding the incident, no further details regarding the victim will be disclosed.
The Santa Rosa Police Department urges anyone who witnessed the shooting to come forward and provide a statement. Reports can be submitted online via the Tip Line. Residents in the vicinity are encouraged to review their surveillance footage for any potentially valuable information. Additionally, the SRPD Violent Crimes Team can be reached at (707) 543-3590 for those wishing to provide information directly.
In an effort to aid the investigation, the Sonoma County Alliance Community Engagement and Safety Rewards Fund is offering a reward of up to $2,500 for any information leading to the arrest of the individual(s) responsible for the shooting.
The Santa Rosa Police Department is actively pursuing all available leads and cooperating with relevant agencies to ensure the safety and well-being of the community. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
