San Francisco witnessed a grave incident recently when a shooting near Fisherman's Wharf ended fatally. Charged with murder, 44-year-old Abraham Torres is expected to have his day in court following his arraignment, as announced by the San Francisco District Attorney, Brooke Jenkins. According to the District Attorney's press release, Torres faces charges of murder under PC 187(a), with an enhancement for intentionally using a firearm in the crime under PC 12022.53(d), and possessing a firearm as a felon under PC 29800(a)(1).
SFPD responded to the shooting on Wednesday, where Torres, in a swift turn of events, later presented himself to the authorities. While canvassing the area of Columbus Avenue and Northpoint Street, determined officers were initially unaware that the suspect would turn himself in at the SFPD Central Station. Reported by the San Francisco Police Department, Torres's vehicle was seen shooting at another occupied vehicle before hastily fleeing the scene.
Upon discovery, the crime scene at Leavenworth and Beach Streets revealed the victim's vehicle with the unresponsive male driver inside, suffering from gunshot wounds. Despite the vigorous life-saving efforts by officers and paramedics, the victim, whose identity has not been revealed, succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead on the scene. Torres, following his self-surrender, was booked into the San Francisco County Jail on homicide charges.
With Torres currently in custody, the San Francisco Police Department is urging anyone with further information to come forward to assist the ongoing investigation. Instructions provided, keeping in mind the safety of those who may wish for discretion, witnesses can call the San Francisco Police Department Tip Line at 1-415-575-4444 or text a tip to TIP411 with the message starting with SFPD, ensuring confidentiality to those who need it, as indicated by the police department's statement.
