STOCKTON – Police arrested and charged a suspect in a shooting that claimed the life of a 28 year old man Easter Sunday.
Joell Obelton, 25, was arrested and charged with homicide and weapon violations. Police said Obelton was charged in the homicide that happened on the 8100 block of Mariners Drive.
At about 10:30am officers responded to a report of a person shot at an apartment complex on Mariners Drive. The victim was found suffering from gunshot wounds. He died at the scene.
Homicide detectives responded to investigate the case. Obelton was arrested Sunday afternoon. Authorities say the investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with information regarding this case is encouraged to contact the Stockton Police Department at (209) 937-8377 or Crime Stoppers at (209) 946-0600 where callers can remain anonymous.
