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Pittsburg Police Say 4-Year-Old Wounded in Shooting on W. Leland Road

by ECT

The Pittsburg Police said Monday that a 4-year-old was shot on August 21 at approximately 10:57 pm near the intersection at W. Leland Rd and San Marco Blvd.

According to police, the 4-year-old was already on the way to the hospital when the shooting was reported. The victim was in the back seat of his fathers car, while they were driving westbound on W Leland Rd.  As his father attempted to pass the suspect vehicle traveling westbound, the suspect pointed a firearm at them and fired 2 shots into the vehicle, striking the 4 year old in the leg.

The victim was transported to Oakland Children’s Hospital where he underwent surgery and is expected to recover.

The incident is being investigated by the Pittsburg Police Department and Contra Costa County Sheriffs Office.  Officers are following up with suspect descriptions and leads, however if anyone knows any details regarding this incident please call (925)646-2441.

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3 comments

More plague!! Aug 24, 2020 - 10:36 am

Ill take “guess the shooters race for $1000”

Sayitaintso Aug 24, 2020 - 2:08 pm

Same plague that were arrested for arson…hmmm

sandy Aug 30, 2020 - 9:54 pm

Never try to pass anyone when there are no other cars around to witness a shooting like that. It pisses off the driver

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