STOCKTON – A man was shot Wednesday evening trying to break up a fight police said.
Shortly before 7:00pm police officers responded to a report of a shooting near the 1900 block of South American Street. A 35 year old man was found with at least one gunshot wound and taken to a hospital. Authorities said the victim was expected to survive his injuries.
Police believe the victim was trying to break up a fight when he was shot by an unknown suspect. The suspect also fired at another 21 year old man but missed. The suspect then fled in a vehicle.
Anyone with information regarding this case is encouraged to contact Stockton Police or Crime Stoppers at (209) 946-0600 where callers can remain anonymous.
