Gunfire shattered the evening calm of Antioch's Sycamore Square last week when an unknown assailant opened fire in a bustling parking lot, leaving a 32-year-old man wounded and fighting for his life. The Antioch Police Department responded to the scene on January 3 after shots were reported at approximately 8:37 PM outside 1068 Sycamore Drive, according to the department's press release.
Upon arrival, law enforcement officers discovered evidence of the violent confrontation. Shortly after the police had secured the area, a local hospital alerted them of a gunshot victim's arrival — the same male victim from the parking lot shooting. As reported by the Antioch Police Department's press release, the victim was urgently treated for his injuries and currently remains in critical but stable condition.
Investigators from the Antioch Police Department's Violent Crimes Unit, alongside Crime Scene Investigators, have quickly taken the helm to peel back the layers of this criminal act methodically. But with the suspect still at large, the details surrounding the shooting remain cloaked in mystery. The case is ongoing, and the public has been urged to aid authorities by reporting any relevant information.
Antioch Police have made a call to the community for help, imploring anyone with knowledge about the incident or the unidentified shooter to come forward. Detective Duffy is specifically tasked with fielding tips, which can be directed to him at (925) 779-6884 or through email at [email protected]. Those wishing to maintain anonymity can still render assistance — anonymous tips can be sent via text to 274637 with the keyword ANTIOCH.
As the investigation progresses, the Antioch Police Department has promised to keep the public apprised of developments. Further information, when available, will be shared through additional press releases provided by the Investigations Bureau.
