Stockton police are currently investigating a shooting that left one man in critical condition this past Sunday afternoon. According to ABC10, the incident occurred near Sousa Park, with reports coming in around 4 p.m. Responding officers found the victim, a man believed quickly to be in his 50s, suffering from a gunshot wound.
Despite the man's urgent need for medical attention, the details surrounding the event remain scant. The authorities have not yet released information on what might have led up to the shooting, nor have they identified any suspects. The man was reportedly taken to a local hospital, where he continues to battle for his life.
No other individuals were said to be harmed in the event, according to KCRA. The scene at Sousa Park, a space normally alive with the sounds of children playing and community gatherings, became the grim backdrop for Sunday's assault.
Police are calling for witnesses to come forward as they work diligently to piece together the circumstances that culminated in the violent act. Community members with any information have been encouraged to engage with the authorities to possibly to help identify those responsible.
