Release Date/Time: 9/3/2013 4:03 AM
Incident: Shooting
Report #: 12-090089
Date: Tuesday, 9/3/2013
Time: 2:12 AM
Location: 1700 block of Tahoe Drive
A 26 year old male victim was leaving his residence to go to work. While in his driveway, he heard two shots and ran back into his home. The victim then realized he was hit in the leg by one of the rounds. His injury did not appear life threatening and he was taken to a local hospital for treatment. A male suspect wearing a black ski mask and dark clothing was seen running Northbound on Tahoe Drive. The shooting is being investigated as gang-related.
Anyone with information related to the crime or who may have been a witness is encouraged to contact the Salinas Police Department Detective Division at (831) 758-7226. If you would like to remain anonymous, you can call the Salinas Police Department Anonymous Tip Line at 831-775-4222, or the We-Tip Line at 1-800-78-CRIME.
Release Authorized by: Eulalio Villegas Jr.
Telephone: (831) 758-7250