Man dies after assault near Sacramento County Main Jail

By Yosi Yahoudai
Founder and Managing Partner

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Police are investigating a deadly assault Monday in downtown Sacramento.

The Sacramento Police Department said around 4 a.m. officers responded to reports of an assault in the 500 block of I Street. This is between 6th and 7th streets, near the Sacramento County Main Jail.

The man had significant injuries and Sacramento police said in an update he died at the scene. The man’s identity hasn’t been released and it’s unclear what led up to the assault.

Sacramento police said it detained a man at the scene, but there is no information on possible charges.

I Street between 6th and 7th Street is closed while officers investigate. Drivers are advised to avoid the area.

About the Author

Yosi Yahoudai is a founder and the managing partner of J&Y. His practice is comprised primarily of cases involving automobile and motorcycle accidents, but he also represents people in premises liability lawsuits, including suits alleging dangerous conditions of public property, third-party criminal conduct, and intentional torts. He also has expertise in cases involving product defects, dog bites, elder abuse, and sexual assault. He earned his Bachelor of Arts from the University of California and is admitted to practice in all California State Courts, and the United States District Court for the Southern District of California. If you have any questions about this article, you can contact Yosi by clicking here.