A recent assault in Sacramento’s Midtown area has developed into a homicide investigation. According to a social media post from the Sacramento Police Department, officers were called to the 1000 block of 21st Street last Sunday, after receiving reports of an assault involving a weapon.
The suspect involved, 34-year-old Leonardo Valdez of Sacramento, was quickly detained by responding officers shortly after 2:00 p.m. They found the victim, an adult male, who had suffered blunt-force trauma injuries, and transported him to an area hospital in critical condition. Originally arrested and booked at the Sacramento County Main Jail on charges related to the assault, Valdez now faces additional charges.
The Sacramento Police Department announced on Tuesday, that the victim succumbed to his injuries. The identity of the deceased is withheld and will be released by the Sacramento County Coroner’s Office after next-of-kin notifications.
Homicide Detectives and Crime Scene Investigators, who took over the case following the initial incident due to the severity of the circumstances, have been meticulous in processing the scene, collecting evidence, and interrogating witnesses. The Sacramento Police Department is asking anyone with information regarding this case to come forward and has encouraged witnesses to contact the dispatch center at (916) 808-5471 or Sacramento Valley Crime Stoppers at (916) 443-HELP (4357). Contributors can stay anonymous and might be eligible for a reward up to $1,000.
