Alleged Gunman Charged in Concord Shooting Probe

Raptor Squad detectives make arrest in connection with 2025 public place shooting and vehicle arson incident.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Raptor Squad detectives have charged a 36-year-old man in connection with a 2025 shooting incident in Concord, California and a related vehicle arson. The man was arrested on Monday and has been charged with several offenses, including firing a firearm at a dwelling, participating in organized criminal activity, and property damage over $15,000.

Why it matters

The Concord shooting and vehicle arson were part of an ongoing investigation by the Raptor Squad into organized criminal activity in the area. The arrest of the alleged gunman represents progress in the case and could help provide answers and accountability for the incidents that caused property damage and disruption in the community.

The details

On July 3, 2025, emergency services responded to reports of shots fired at a house on Davidson Avenue in Concord. Shortly after, they were called to Stuart Street in Burwood for a car on fire. The incidents were linked, and the Raptor Squad took over the investigation, leading to the arrest of three people so far. On March 2, 2026, strike force detectives arrested the 36-year-old alleged gunman in Silverwater and charged him with several offenses related to the shooting and arson.

  • About 1:10 a.m. on Thursday, July 3, 2025, emergency services were called to Davidson Avenue in Concord for reports of shots fired.
  • On Monday, March 2, 2026, strike force detectives arrested the 36-year-old suspect in Silverwater.
  • The 36-year-old suspect is scheduled to appear in Bail Division Court on Tuesday, March 3, 2026.

The players

Raptor Squad

A specialized unit within the New South Wales Police Force that investigates organized criminal activity.

36-year-old man

The alleged gunman charged in connection with the 2025 Concord shooting and vehicle arson incident.

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What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow the 36-year-old suspect out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to address organized criminal activity and hold perpetrators accountable for incidents that threaten public safety and damage property in the community.