SANTA CLARA, Calif. – In Santa Clara, a tragic incident occurred as a three-year-old boy was fatally shot inside a residence early Tuesday morning. According to authorities, the mother called the police to report that her live-in boyfriend was responsible for the shooting. Upon arriving at the 3700 block of Poinciana Drive, police found the boy already deceased, despite attempts to perform CPR. The suspect, identified as 24-year-old Sergio Colin Gomez, was detained near the home and resisted arrest before being taken into custody.
It was clarified by officials that Gomez is not related to the victim. He is expected to be booked into the Santa Clara County Main Jail for murder. Anyone with information or evidence related to the incident is urged to contact Detective Hagg at 408-615-4814 or email him at fhagg@santaclaraca.gov.
The tragic incident has left the community in shock and grief. The Santa Clara Police Department is working diligently to gather information and bring justice for the young victim. A senseless act of violence has taken the life of an innocent child, leaving a family devastated and a community reeling. As details continue to emerge, the authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward and assist in the investigation.
The loss of such a young life has had a profound impact on the neighborhood. Community members are coming together to offer support and comfort to the family of the victim. This devastating event serves as a reminder of the urgent need to address the prevalence of gun violence in our communities, particularly the impact it has on innocent young lives. As the investigation continues, the Santa Clara Police Department is determined to seek justice for the victim and bring closure to the grieving family.