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Published on January 14, 2025
San Francisco Police Quickly Apprehend Suspect After MUNI Bus Shooting in Mission BaySource: Google Street View

San Francisco Police Department officers quickly responded to a report of gunfire yesterday in the Mission Bay neighborhood. The incident took place near 4th and Berry Streets when an unknown assailant fired at a MUNI bus, prompting a swift reaction from law enforcement. According to the San Francisco Police Department, the bullet penetrated the windshield, striking an empty passenger seat, fortunately sparing the driver or any of the 15-20 passengers from harm. Paramedics quickly attended the scene, offering assessments to the shaken victim.

Following the incident, officers managed to track and apprehend the suspect quickly. They were also able to recover a firearm believed to be associated with the event. The suspect, identified as 58-year-old Adolph Patrick Greene from Oakland, faces multiple charges, including discharge of a firearm at an occupied vehicle and possession of drug paraphernalia. Chief Bill Scott emphasized the city's stance against violence directed toward city employees, stating, as per the San Francisco Police Department, "Violence against any city employee will not be tolerated." He also praised the actions of the officers involved: "I’m thankful for the responding officers who acted quickly in apprehending the suspect and canvassing the area to locate evidence."

The investigation into this shooting is ongoing and actively being pursued by the San Francisco Police. Despite the arrest, the force actively encourages anyone with additional information to come forward. The public can contact the SFPD at 415-575-4444 or anonymously text their tips to TIP411, beginning the message with SFPD.