Gunfire shattered yesterday in Antioch when two men were shot near Lone Tree Way, leaving one in stable condition and the other fighting for his life, according to police. The victims did not wait for first responders at the scene. Instead, they showed up at a local hospital on their own before being transferred to a trauma center.
Officers had already been rushing to the 4200 block of Lone Tree Way after reports of shots being fired. When they arrived, they found no victims, only a scene that raised more questions than answers. Detectives have now opened a full investigation into what led up to the attack.
What the police say
According to NBC Bay Area, the victims are 41 and 45 years old. Police told the outlet that shots were reported around 5:30 p.m., and officers responded within minutes to the Lone Tree Way address. By then, the victims had already left the area and later arrived at a hospital, where they were evaluated and then transferred to a trauma center.
According to the latest update provided to NBC Bay Area, one man was listed in stable condition, while the other remained in critical condition.
Scene and response
The Antioch Police Department's Investigations Bureau has taken over the case and is working to piece together how a busy Sunday evening turned violent. Detectives are reviewing witness accounts, combing through hospital reports and trying to reconstruct what happened between the first calls of gunfire and the moment the victims showed up at the hospital.
Residents looking for official updates can find press releases and contact information on the Antioch Police Department website, which includes the department's non-emergency line and media contacts.
Lone Tree Way history
Lone Tree Way is no stranger to flashing lights and police tape. The corridor has seen multiple violent incidents in recent months, including a February officer-involved shooting that intensified scrutiny on the stretch of road. The San Francisco Chronicle reported on that earlier encounter and the subsequent police review, highlighting ongoing concerns over public safety along the busy route.
Local residents and community leaders have repeatedly called for more visible patrols and stronger prevention efforts after a series of serious calls in the area.
How to help
NBC Bay Area reports that anyone with information about the shooting is asked to contact Detective Angelini at 925-437-6056. For non-emergency tips or general inquiries, the Antioch Police Department lists its non-emergency line as 925-778-2441 on its website.
Police are urging anyone who witnessed the shooting, or who has video, photos, or other potential evidence, to share it with investigators to help move the case forward.
