Tragedy struck Antioch last night when a shooting left two dead and two injured, shaking the local community. The Antioch Police Department responded to reports of gunfire at the intersection of D Street and W. 19th Street at around 10:21 PM. Upon arrival, officers found four victims with gunshot wounds and immediately provided aid.
The shooting resulted in two fatalities at the scene, while the two other victims were quickly transported to nearby hospitals. A 36-year-old male is currently in stable condition; however, a 15-year-old male finds himself in critical condition, fighting for his life. The identity of the victims has yet to be released pending notification of next of kin.
Antioch Police Department's Investigations Bureau has taken charge of the ongoing inquiry, bringing in their Violent Crimes Unit and Crime Scene Investigators in the wake of the shooting.
The authorities have not disclosed any further details concerning motives or suspects in the case. Residents are urged to provide any information that might be helpful to Detective John Cox at (925) 481 8147 or via email at [email protected], as early insights might be crucial for the investigation.
