Gang Shooting in Santa Rosa Hospitalizes 20-Year-Old Man
- A 20-year-old man was hospitalized in Santa Rosa after a suspected gang-related shooting.
- The incident occurred on Tuesday night and was announced by the police on Thursday.
- The victim's condition remains undisclosed.
A suspected gang-related shooting in Santa Rosa on Tuesday night has left a 20-year-old man hospitalized, according to police reports released Thursday. The incident occurred around 11:30 p.m. when the victim, while driving in the 900 block of Sunset Avenue, was shot in the face through the partially open driver's side window. He managed to pull over, and his passenger drove him to the hospital for treatment. Authorities have indicated that the shooting is likely connected to gang activity, although the suspect remains unidentified. The police department has not provided an update on the victim's condition as of Thursday afternoon. This incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding gang violence in the area. In response to rising gang-related incidents, Santa Rosa police have intensified their efforts to combat gang activity in 2024. Earlier this year, the police chief announced the reinstatement of the Gang Crimes Team, which aims to address the alarming trend of gang involvement in local crime. Last year, half of the city's homicides were attributed to gang activity, prompting increased scrutiny and enforcement. Additionally, police have reported a significant rise in gun incidents involving minors, with arrests for gun possession among teenagers surging by 500% from 2022 to 2023. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the shooting to contact the Santa Rosa police gang crimes team or visit their website for tips.