Elk Grove Police Investigate Shooting

On Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at 10:27 p.m., the Elk Grove Police Department responded to a call regarding a shooting victim inside a residence in the 6900 block of Frankfort Court.

Upon arrival, officers discovered that 19-year-old Anthony Arroyo was suffering from a single gun shot wound to the chest. The injury was non-life threatening and Arroyo was transported to a local area hospital for treatment.

During the course of the investigation, officers determined that Arroyo was walking in the area of the Laguna Community Park when he was approached by three unidentified males. One of the unidentified individuals pulled out a handgun and fired at Arroyo.

Arroyo was shot in the chest by the unidentified suspect. The three suspects then fled on foot after the shooting.

After being shot, Arroyo was able to walk to the residence on Frankfort Court where the 911 call to police was made. At this time, a motive for the shooting has not been established.

Anyone with information regarding this crime is asked to call the Elk Grove Police Department at (916) 714-5115 or Crime Alert at (916) 443-HELP (4357). Callers to Crime Alert can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000.00.