Sacramento Deputies Involved in Shooting During Traffic Stop

An investigation is ongoing after a shooting incident in South Sacramento.

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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Sacramento County deputies were involved in a shooting during a traffic stop near Elk Grove Florin Road and Gerber Road in South Sacramento. The incident is currently under investigation, with few details immediately available.

Why it matters

Shootings involving law enforcement are always a sensitive and high-profile issue, raising questions about use of force, de-escalation tactics, and community-police relations.

The details

The shooting occurred during a traffic stop in the South Sacramento area, but the specific circumstances leading up to the incident are still unclear. An investigation by the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office is currently underway to determine the full details of what transpired.

  • The shooting incident took place on February 17, 2026.

The players

Sacramento County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency responsible for policing unincorporated areas of Sacramento County, California.

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What’s next

The Sacramento County Sheriff's Office will continue its investigation into the shooting incident and release more details as they become available.

The takeaway

This event highlights the ongoing challenges and scrutiny around police use of force, underscoring the need for continued dialogue and reform efforts to build trust between law enforcement and the communities they serve.