A sunny day of celebration turned troubling for residents of Davis last Saturday when shots rang out at Community Park, interrupting an afternoon gathering. According to a community message released by Mayor Bapu Vaitla and Police Chief Todd Henry, the incident left three individuals injured. The Davis Police Department and emergency personnel, already on site, were able to respond immediately, providing aid and ensuring the victims — two teenagers and a 24-year-old — were sent to the hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.
The police are devoting significant resources to unraveling the details of the chaotic scene, collaborating with federal and regional partners. While the gunfire did indeed fracture an expected day of peace, preliminary information suggests that the motive was not to sow random violence within the community. Still, police emphasize that such complexities will necessitate patient understanding as they engage with a multitude of witnesses and sift through evidence.
The values of safety, respect, and unity stand at the core of Davis, nestled within the community's collective consciousness and echoed by the city's leadership. "We stand firmly against any actions that compromise the wellbeing of our residents, visitors or spaces," the statement read, as Mayor Vaitla and Chief Henry condemned the outbreak of violence. They reiterated the city's commitment to hosting events that reflect positive gathering and unity — a stark contrast to Saturday's disruptive incident, as per the Davis Police Department.
Updates on the investigation will continue to be made available by the Davis Police Department. The community has been urged to remain connected and updated, with contact information provided for further inquiries. Anyone with information relevant to the investigation can reach out to the Davis Police Department at 530-747-5400 or via email at [email protected].
