BREAKING: Two individuals are hospitalized after a drive-by shooting in Stockton last night. The incident occurred in the 700 block of Gertrude Avenue just after 7 p.m., according to reports from the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office.
Responding deputies discovered two victims, a man and a woman, with gunshot wounds at the scene. Witnesses reported hearing approximately ten gunshots, but it remains unclear whether the victims were specifically targeted or caught in a random act of violence, as detailed by KCRA 3.
Currently, the extent of the injuries sustained by the victims is unknown, and they have been transported to a local hospital. The sheriff’s office has urged the public to avoid the area as the investigation unfolds, particularly around the intersection of Gertrude Avenue and Fremont Street.
In a troubling context, this drive-by shooting follows a recent mass shooting at a toddler’s birthday party in Stockton, where four people were killed and thirteen others injured. Officials have confirmed there is no known connection between these two incidents.
The San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office is actively seeking information from the public. Anyone with relevant details is encouraged to contact their non-emergency line at 209-468-4400.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as authorities work to uncover the motive and identify the suspects involved. This incident raises significant concerns about community safety and the ongoing issue of gun violence in the area.
