1 Dead, 1 Wounded In Bernal Heights Shooting

1 Dead, 1 Wounded In Bernal Heights ShootingPhoto: Chris/Hoodline Tipline
Walter Thompson
Published on January 24, 2018

One person was killed and another suffered life-threatening injuries after a shooting in Bernal Heights last night, police have reported.

The incident occurred at 5:13pm near the intersection of Leese Street and Richland Avenue when a 20-year-old man was shot by an unknown male suspect. A female companion between 20 and 25 years old was seriously wounded.

In an email sent to area residents this morning, Capt. Jack Hart of Ingleside Station said officers were on the same block as the shooting "and began rendering aid within seconds."

According to Hart, both victims "appeared to be targeted by the perpetrator."

Anyone who has information about this incident is encouraged to contact SFPD via the department's anonymous tip line at 415-575-4444, or text TIP411 with "SFPD" at the start of the message.

Here’s why we usually don’t include suspect descriptions in crime reports.