Vallejo Police Investigate Third Homicide in Two Weeks

Vallejo police have initiated their third homicide investigation in less than two weeks following a fatal shooting late Wednesday night. Officers responded to reports of gunfire near Sonoma Boulevard and Louisiana Street shortly after 11:30 p.m. Upon arrival, they discovered a man with at least one gunshot wound. Despite immediate medical assistance, the victim was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities have yet to disclose the victim's identity, and the investigation into the motive and circumstances of the shooting is ongoing. This incident marks the 14th homicide in Vallejo this year, highlighting a concerning trend in violent crime within the city. The recent spate of violence includes two other homicides that occurred in quick succession. On July 17, a 16-year-old male was shot and killed on the 100 block of Carolina Street, adding to the community's distress over rising crime rates. Additionally, police are looking into a separate incident from July 16, where a vehicle crash was reported alongside a shooting near Tennessee Street and Vervais Avenue. A woman involved in that incident was critically injured and later taken off life support, further underscoring the severity of the situation in Vallejo. As investigations continue, local authorities are urging anyone with information related to these incidents to come forward, as the community grapples with the impact of these violent events.