SACRAMENTO COUNTY, CA (MPG) - The following information is based on a preliminary and ongoing investigation, which continues to evolve as investigators interview witnesses, review physical and electronic records, and analyze forensic evidence. The Sheriff’s Office understanding of the facts and circumstances may change as additional evidence is collected and analyzed.
On December 24, 2021, at 6:00 P.M., the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office Communications Center received a call from an adult male subject who stated they were the victim of carjacking while leaving work at the 9800 block of Business Park Drive in the City of Rancho Cordova. The caller stated that an armed suspect pointed a gun at him and demanded the keys to his vehicle. The suspect then fled the scene leaving the victim in the parking lot. Rancho Cordova Police Officers responded to the victim’s location and were able to track the late model Ford Explorer through GPS to the intersection of Walnut Avenue and El Camino Avenue.
Sheriff’s Deputies responded to an apartment complex on the 5100 block of El Camino Avenue and quickly located the unoccupied Ford Explorer in the parking lot. As deputies began to set up a perimeter around the complex, an adult male subject appeared to run from the complex and shot multiple rounds at deputies. Deputies returned fire as the suspect ran westbound of El Camino.
The suspect continued firing rounds as he approached another occupied vehicle and attempted to carjack it in the parking lot of a business located on the 5000 block of El Camino Avenue. The Suspect was hit at least one time with gunfire from responding deputies.
Deputies rendered aid to the suspect until Metro Fire arrived and transported him to a local area hospital where he is listed in critical but stable condition. Upon release from the hospital, the suspect, who is well known to local area and state law enforcement, will be booked into the Sacramento County Main Jail for numerous felony charges. No deputies or civilians sustained any injuries as a result of this incident.
The investigation into the incident will be conducted by the Sheriff’s Homicide Bureau and Professional Standards Division, which is standard practice for any officer-involved shooting that occurs in the Sheriff’s Office’s jurisdiction. Independent review of the officer-involved shooting will be conducted by the Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office and the Inspector General. In accordance with the Sheriff’s Office’s policies and procedures, the deputies involved in the shooting will be placed on paid administrative leave pending the investigation.
The initial carjacking which produced this response, occurred in the City of Rancho Cordova within the County of Sacramento. The officer involved shooting incident occurred within the County of Sacramento, therefore this investigation will be handled by the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office.
The suspect has been tentatively identified as a 44-year-old male from Sacramento County. His name will be released upon confirmation of his identity and booking into the Sacramento County Main Jail.
Detectives are asking anyone with information relating to this incident, to please contact the Sheriff’s Office at (916) 874-5115 or Sacramento Valley Crime Stoppers at (916) 443-HELP. Tip information may also be left anonymously at www.sacsheriff.com or by calling (916) 874-TIPS (8477).
CARMICHAEL, CA (MPG) - On December 22, 2021, detectives from the Sacramento Sheriff’s Office arrested 33-year-old Nicholas Wayne Sherman in connection to a series of hate crime related incidents in Carmichael between October 4th and October 20th, 2021.
Sherman was charged with one felony count of desecrating a religious symbol on the property of the Shalom Le Israel synagogue in Carmichael. Sherman was charged with 12 additional misdemeanor counts of terrorism by symbol for placing Aryan Nation flyers containing a swastika on the doorsteps of numerous Carmichael homes, and one additional misdemeanor count of terrorism by symbol for placing similar flyers on the property of Deterding Elementary School in Carmichael.
The investigation was conducted by the Sheriff’s Bias Crimes Unit and will be prosecuted by the District Attorney’s Hate Crimes Unit.
“All crimes hurt not just the victim, but the entire community. This is especially true of crimes motivated by hate”, said Sheriff Scott Jones. “The Sacramento Sheriff’s Office—just like our community—has no tolerance for hate crimes of any kind, and they will be investigated to the fullest extent of our capability, and offenders will be identified and arrested.”
“Let me be very clear, hate crimes against a member of any group in our community is an assault on all of us and will not be tolerated,” said District Attorney Anne Marie Schubert. “Those who target victims because of their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, disability, gender or sexual orientation will be prosecuted by specially trained and experienced prosecutors. In addition to prosecuting hate crime offenses, my office works to educate the community on how to protect themselves and encourages them to report suspected hate crimes.”
Large Response to Fire at Carmichael Apartment Complex
CARMICHAEL, CA (MPG) - On Tuesday, December 21, 2021, at approximately 1:30 pm, Sac Metro Fire units responded to a two-apartment fire at Twin Gardens Apartments on 5831 Fair Oaks Blvd in Carmichael.
Firefighters saw the column of smoke emanating from the apartment complex towards the back as they approached the scene. California Highway Patrol had to close off northbound Fair Oaks Blvd to traffic so a large number of fire trucks could access the property. The dispatch included 10 fire engines, six trucks and one medical vehicle with four battalion chiefs plus assistant chiefs. Fire personnel evacuated the occupants until the fire was contained and water services could be returned.
Sac Metro Fire Public Information Officer Diana Schmidt said the large response was “to ensure the fire did not spread to the numerous apartments in the property.” She said the fire involved several first and second story residences of which apartment unit #28 was the most affected‒with some fire damage visible from the outside. Firefighters put the fire out 10-15 minutes after arrival.
Schmidt said there was one minor injury, which medics treated at the fire scene. The fire department will continue to investigate the fire’s origin.
Jazz at Clubhouse – Cancelled
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CARMICHAEL, CA (MPG) - Monthly jazz performances continue on January 4, at The Clubhouse Bar in Carmichael. After a pandemic hiatus, the tradition was revived in November.
The 17-piece Ron Cunha Big Band has made the restaurant a regional first-Tuesday jazz capital for more than six years. “The local community has supported live music,” says bandleader Cunha. “Our musicians come from as far as the Bay Area. We achieved a great following and we’re hoping to continue that momentum.”
Former Jesuit High music teacher Cunha (64) has played trombone professionally since his teens. In 2014, he found a steady Carmichael venue for ensemble performances. While there is no cover charge, musicians appreciate donations to the tip jar. Singer Susan Skinner will contribute vocals to the two-set gig on January 4.
“You get there early if you want a table,” notes an audience faithful. “Food is great, but first Tuesdays are all about the music. “Cunha’s arrangements are hip retakes on jazz classics. His musicians are the top of their field, and they hang with the fans. Carmichael’s lucky to have this event. Once a month, I feel more like I’m in Greenwich Village than on Fair Oaks Boulevard.”
The Cunha Big Band plays from 7 to 9:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday each month. The Clubhouse Bar and Grill is at 5150 Fair Oaks Boulevard. Vaccinations and masks are suggested. For information, call (916) 979-1422.
CARMICHAEL, CA (MPG) - At approximately 10:03 p.m. on Tuesday, December 7, 2021, the Sheriff’s Communications Center received several calls from residents in a large apartment complex on the 5900 block of Van Alstine Avenue in Sacramento County stating they heard gunshots and heard a scream.
Upon arrival, deputies located one adult male who sustained at least one gunshot wound to the upper body. Deputies initiated life saving measures until Metro Fire arrived to take over and transport the victim to an area hospital. The victim was pronounced deceased by medical staff at the hospital.
Homicide detectives and crime scene investigators responded to the scene, interviewed witnesses and gathered evidence. No further information or suspect information is available at this time.
The identity of the victim in this case will be released by the Sacramento County Coroner’s Office after identification and notification of next of kin.
Detectives are asking anyone with information relating to this incident, to please contact the Sheriff’s Office at (916) 874-5115 or Sacramento Valley Crime Stoppers at (916) 443-HELP. Tip information may also be left anonymously at www.sacsheriff.com or by calling (916) 874-TIPS (8477).
A Professor of History at ARC to Compete on Jeopardy!
Professors Tournament December 9
SACRAMENTO REGION, CA (MPG) - WHAT: Ed Hashima, a Professor of History at American River College in Sacramento, Calif, to compete on America’s Favorite Quiz Show®.
WHEN: December 9 on KXTV-TV (ABC)
WHERE: You can watch Hashima compete on JEOPARDY! on KXTV-TV (ABC). Please check your local listing for additional information or visit Jeopardy.com.
JEOPARDY!, America’s Favorite Quiz Show™, is in its 38th season in syndication. With a weekly audience over 20 million viewers,* JEOPARDY! is the top-rated quiz show on television. The show has won a total of 42 Emmy® Awards, holds the Guinness World Records® title for the most Emmy® Awards won by a TV game show, and received a Peabody Award for “celebrating and rewarding knowledge.” JEOPARDY! is produced by Sony Pictures Television, a Sony Pictures Entertainment Company; it is distributed domestically by CBS Media Ventures and internationally by ViacomCBS Global Distribution Group, both units of ViacomCBS.
Downtown SAC Partnership Announces 2022 Dine Downtown - 1/7-17!
SACRAMENTO, CA (MPG) - Downtown Sacramento Partnership today announced the annual Dine Downtown program will return for its 17th year, January 7 through January 17, 2022. The 24 restaurants (and counting!) will have the option to serve Dine Downtown’s infamous three-course, prix fixe menus for dinner, lunch and/or brunch at one of three convenient price points – $25, $35 or $45. Local foodies and families will be able to explore and support Sacramento’s top restaurants for dine-in, take-out and/or delivery depending on the restaurant’s offerings.
“The hugely popular Dine Downtown program celebrates our local chefs and restaurants that have created an iconic destination for dining in the heart of Sacramento,” said Michael Ault, Executive Director of the Downtown Sacramento Partnership. “Restaurants have been through the ringer these past two years, and Dine Downtown provides an excellent opportunity to enjoy new culinary experiences and support some of our favorite restaurants.”
Launched in 2005, Dine Downtown provides a significant boost for local restaurants during a critically important (and usually slower) period for the industry. In its nearly two decade run to-date, Dine Downtown has generated more than $6 million in restaurant sales for Central City restaurants.
2022 participating restaurants include:
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The Red Rabbit Kitchen & Bar |
The Pilothouse Restaurant at the Delta King |
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Hawks Public House |
Hook and Ladder Manufacturing Company |
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Tequila Museo Mayahuel |
Nash & Proper |
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La Cosecha by Mayahuel |
Frank Fat’s |
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Foundation Restaurant & Bar |
Kasbah Lounge |
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Station 16 Seafood Restaurant & Bar |
Echo & Rig |
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Dawson’s Steakhouse |
Kodaiko Ramen |
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The Firehouse Restaurant |
Camden Spit & Larder |
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Hoppy’s Railyard Kitchen & Hopgarden |
7th Street Standard |
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Capitol Garage |
Rio City Cafe |
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Tapa the World |
Solomon’s Delicatessen |
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The Porch Restaurant & Bar |
Aioli Bodega Espanola |
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Maydoon |
Brasserie du Monde |
Dine Downtown menus are now available online at GoDowntownSac.com/DineDowntown along with links to make reservations. Dine Downtown is produced by the Downtown Sacramento Partnership and sponsored by InterWest Insurance Services LLC with support from Sacramento Magazine and Yelp Sacramento.
To learn more about how to support local businesses offering online gift cards, curbside pick-up, take-out or delivery, visit GoDowntownSac.com.
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