In the early hours of Wednesday, November 1, 2023, Sacramento County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to an incident that unfolded on Cornelia Way in North Highlands. At approximately 1:30 A.M., law enforcement received multiple reports of a brawl at a residence in the 4100 block of Cornelia Way. Callers also conveyed that gunshots had been fired, sending over 50 panicked partygoers into the streets. Simultaneously, the Sheriff’s Communications Center received an activation alert from ShotSpotter, detecting nine gunshots originating from the same location.
Deputies swiftly arrived at the scene and discovered an adult male victim lying on the street, suffering from a head injury that appeared to result from the physical altercation, possibly due to a blunt object. Additionally, a second adult male was found with a gunshot wound to his leg. Both injured individuals received immediate medical attention and are expected to recover.
Upon interviewing witnesses, it was revealed that the residence where the altercation occurred was a vacation rental used for the party.
No arrests have yet been made, and no suspects have been taken into custody.
As Crime Scene Investigators meticulously combed through the scene for evidence, deputies conducted interviews with witnesses and endeavored to secure any available video footage related to the incident. The investigation remains active, and detectives are urging anyone with information about the incident to contact the Sheriff’s Office at (916) 874-5115 or reach out to Sacramento Valley Crime Stoppers at (916) 443-HELP (4357). Informants may qualify for a cash reward of up to $1,000, and their identities will remain confidential. Anonymous tips can be submitted via the “P3 TIPS” app or online at www.sacvalleycrimestoppers.com. In addition, tip information can be shared anonymously at www.sacsheriff.com or by calling (916) 874-TIPS (8477).
