I am excited to share that we will be expanding the use of our drones. In a public safety partnership, the Sacramento Fire Department (SFD) and the Sacramento Police Department (SPD) constantly strive to provide the highest level of service to the community. To increase public safety and decrease emergency response times, our agencies will conduct a Drone as First Responder (DFR) Trial Program in our North Area. This will occur for multiple weeks, Wednesday through Saturday, 10 AM to 8 PM, starting November 20th until mid-December, depending on the weather conditions.
DFR is a newer concept in public safety that utilizes small uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) or drones dispatched to calls for service from a fixed location. They will provide critical updates before public safety arrives on the scene, verify information, or search areas for missing persons. A DFR drone may be dispatched on calls for service with or instead of emergency services personnel for this trial period.
This trial program will take place within our Police Districts 1 and 2. he metrics tracked and reviewed will include response times, workload, and customer service outcomes. After this DFR trial program, the City of Sacramento’s public safety agencies will review the results to determine future plans.
These are the most recent significant incidents / arrests in Police Districts 1 and 2:
Arrest of Wanted Suspects – Princeton Street and El Camino Avenue
Saturday, November 9th at 11:41 a.m.
Officers initiated a traffic stop in the area. A computer check showed the driver to have a felony warrant. The driver was safely detained. A passenger in the vehicle also had a felony warrant. Both the driver and passenger were arrested on their warrants.
Stabbing Arrest – 3200 block of Ermina Drive
Saturday, November 9th at 5:22 p.m.
Officers responded to multiple reports of a stabbing. Responding officers located a female victim. She sustained non-life-threatening injuries. The female suspect was safely detained and arrested for the stabbing.
Firearm Arrest – Fairfield Street and El Camino Avenue
Sunday, November 10th at 12:35 a.m.
Officers made a traffic stop in the area. The driver (suspect) was in possession of a firearm and amphetamines (see photo). The suspect was safely detained and arrested on related charges.
Shooting Investigation – 800 block of Carmelita
Sunday, November 10th at 10:35 p.m.
Officers responded to the area due to a ShotSpotter activation. Responding officers located significant evidence that confirmed a shooting occurred. There were no reported injuries from the shooting. A thorough canvas was completed and the investigation is ongoing.
Auto Theft and Firearm Arrest – Norwood Avenue and Jessie Avenue
Sunday, November 10th at 11:55 a.m.
Officers located an occupied stolen vehicle after it traveled through a Police Observation Device in the area. A traffic stop was initiated. The driver was safely detained and in possession of a firearm. He was arrested for auto theft and firearm related charges.
Homicide Investigation – 2800 block of Gateway Oaks Drive
Sunday, November 10th at 8:24 p.m.
Please see the press release for details on this homicide investigation:
https://apps.sacpd.org/Releases/liveview.aspx?reference=20241112-063
Felony Assault Investigation – 700 block of San Juan Road
Monday, November 11th at 10:26 p.m.
During a disturbance, a victim was pistol whipped by a suspect. The victim sustained a moderate injury from the assault. Officers completed follow-up on the information provided and the investigation is ongoing.
Burglary Arrest – 4400 block of Louvre Lane
Tuesday, November 12th at 2:39 a.m.
A resident woke up to his home alarm going off and found a suspect inside of his garage. The suspect fled on a stolen bike. A patrol officer located the suspect and safely detained him. The suspect was arrested on related charges.
Hit and Run Investigation – 3500 block of Rio Linda Boulevard
Tuesday, November 12th at 6:22 a.m.
A driver (suspect) of a vehicle collided into a pedestrian, then the driver fled the scene. The pedestrian sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. Officers completed a thorough canvas of the area, and the investigation is ongoing.
Shooting Investigation – 2300 block of Grove Avenue
Tuesday, November 12th at 6:31 a.m.
Officers responded to the area due to a ShotSpotter activation. Responding officers located significant evidence that confirmed a shooting occurred, including a house being struck by gunfire. There were no reported injuries as a result of the shooting. A thorough canvas was completed, and the investigation is ongoing.
Vehicle Pursuit – West El Camino Avenue and Northgate Boulevard
Tuesday, November 12th at 1:24 a.m.
Officers observed a driver (suspect) of a vehicle traveling recklessly. Officers initiated a traffic stop and the suspect fled from officers. A vehicle pursuit was initiated. Due to the suspect traveling so recklessly, officers discontinued pursuing the vehicle. Shortly after this time, there were multiple reports that the suspect crashed the vehicle and then multiple occupants fled on foot. The vehicle was towed and officers completed follow-up investigation.
Firearm Arrest – Arden Way and Del Paso Boulevard
Wednesday, November 13th at 6:21 p.m.
Officers initiated a traffic stop in the area. A passenger (suspect) in the vehicle had a felony warrant. This suspect was detained and found to be in possession of a loaded firearm and narcotics (see photo). The suspect was arrested on related charges.
Auto Theft Arrest – El Camino Avenue and Truxel Road
Wednesday, November 13th at 7:53 p.m.
Officers located a stolen vehicle in the area after it traveled through a Police Observation Device. A traffic stop was initiated and the driver was safely detained, then arrested for auto theft.
Drug Sales Arrest – Forrest Street and Redwood Avenue
Thursday, November 14th at 2:30 p.m.
Officers identified a drug dealer (suspect) who was dealing in the area. Officers safely detained the suspect, and he was in possession of amphetamines, and a significant amount of cash. The suspect was arrested for narcotic sales.
Vehicle Pursuit – Del Paso Boulevard and Eleanor Avenue
Thursday, November 14th at 8:03 p.m.
Officers located a stolen vehicle in the area. A traffic stop was initiated and the driver (suspect) fled from officers. A vehicle pursuit was initiated. Due to the suspect driving so recklessly, officers discontinued pursuing the vehicle.
Felony Assault Report – Rio Linda Boulevard and Acacia Avenue
Thursday, November 14th at 7:01 a.m.
Officers responded to a local hospital due to a victim reporting that he had been assaulted with a crowbar. Officers learned that the assault occurred in the area of Rio Linda Boulevard and Acacia Avenue. Officers completed follow-up on this initial information. The victim sustained a non-life-threatening injury.
Auto Theft Arrest – 300 block of El Camino Avenue
Friday, November 15th at 1:19 a.m.
The victim was at a gas station and exited his vehicle. A suspect ran to the vehicle’s car and stole it. Responding officers located the vehicle nearby and detained the driver (suspect). Follow-up investigation was completed and the suspect was arrested for auto theft.
Robbery – 400 block of El Camino Avenue
Friday, November 15th at 9:04 a.m.
A victim was robbed of his bicycle in front of a business. The suspects fled the scene after the robbery. The victim sustained a minor injury. Officers completed a thorough canvas and the investigation is ongoing.
