Suspect arrested for negligently discharging a gun at Arden Fair Mall
SACRAMENTO - A man has been arrested in an investigation into an accidental discharge of a gun at the Arden Fair Mall on December 16, the Sacramento Police Department told CBS13.
The 20-year-old man, Jose Garciacorona of Marysville, was arrested on January 10. Sacramento police served a warrant at his home and vehicle that day, uncovering evidence that led to the arrest.
On December 16, dispatch received multiple calls from people who said they heard a gunshot, leading to people leaving the mall.
A 22-year-old who initially thought he was injured from shattered glass was injured after his leg was likely hit by shrapnel.
Police found a mark on the second floor of the ground and security cameras helped them get a clearer idea of what happened.
Garciacorona was booked into jail for negligent discharge of a firearm and for possessing a loaded firearm in public.
The police department said the arrest was made possible through extensive collaboration with Arden Fair Mall and its staff.
The Sacramento Police Department said it is continuing to work closely with its community-based organizations, business partners and all other local stakeholders to continue the collaborative efforts between law enforcement and the community with the ultimate goal of ensuring safety and security for all.
Now that the holidays are over, the police department has dialed back to its regular staffing in spots like Arden. It said it has its regularly scheduled off-duty officer assignment at Arden, but it will relocate resources as needed.