The Pittsburg Police Department reported that they responded to a report of a subject who was possibly injured and laying in the street in the 1500 block of Jensen Drive in the City of Pittsburg.
The incident occurred at 10:30 am when officers arrived on scene and as they investigated, located a man who was suffering from two gunshot wounds to the upper torso.
According to Captain Steve Albanese, the man stated he was in an altercation with another subject prior to the shooting. Officers immediately started life saving measures until paramedics arrived. The man was taken to an area hospital and is listed in critical, but stable condition.
Pittsburg Police Department Detectives and Crime Scene Personnel responded to the location to assist in the investigation. From initial information it is unknown why the man was shot, but it appears the man and the suspect know each other and this is an isolated incident. Detectives are currently contacting witnesses and obtaining statements. Additional information is not available at this time.
The Pittsburg Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance and asks anyone with additional information to please contact the Pittsburg Police Department Tip-Line at 925-252-4040.
