The Sacramento Brief, April 27, 2026 - Man in Critical Condition After Fair Oaks Shooting, Suspect Detained

News:The Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting in Fair Oaks that left one man critically injured.Deputies responded to the 8800 block of North Winding Way, where they found a victim suffering from at least one gunshot wound. Authorities say the man remains in critical condition, with a gunshot wound lodged in his brain.A man detained at the scene has been identified as the suspect, though no additional identifying information has been released.SPD investigates a stabbing on River Plaza Drive and reports of gunfire from a vehicle on South Avenue.A pursuit near L and 6th Streets ends with an arrest after assistance from the Sheriff’s STAR helicopter.City Watch:Sacramento hosts a May 6 open house for small-scale developers, property owners, builders, and designers.Weather:Sunny, high near 69. Mostly clear tonight, low around 47.Events:Drink Like a Judge at Alaro Brewing and The Shed Jam Session at The Center for Musical Arts.Links: SPD: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/police Small Developer Open House Registration: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=8gF-4xtU_U-41Hau6LjAjZh0aR2E58BBnD9c4RRlgFhUM1c5M003UzlSRDdWOTA5RFhIOThHM01MMS4u&route=shorturl Alaro Brewing: https://alarobrewing.com The Shed Jam Session: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1986091160124?aff=oddtdtcreator