From Bill Lindelof:
Sacramento County sheriff's deputies released a sketch today of a man suspected of fatally shooting an Arden Arcade resident in front of an apartment complex on Aug. 8.
Deputies were called to a report of a shooting in the 2700 block of Corabel Lane, south of Marconi Avenue, where they found Michael Branner, 30, lying on the sidewalk with a gunshot wound to his neck. Paramedics arrived a short time later and pronounced the man dead.
Sheriff's homicide detectives were told the shooting occurred while Branner and a male roommate were standing outside their apartment. A man they did not know approached them, pointed a handgun at the victim and demanded money. Before either of the roommates could respond to the demand, the gunman shot the victim, the news release says.
The suspect was described as a dark-skinned African American male adult with short braids or dreadlocks, about 5 feet, 11 inches tall, 210 pounds and about 19 years old. Authorities said he left in a light-colored Chevrolet HHR-type vehicle.
Anyone with information about the shooting is urged to call sheriff's homicide detectives at (916) 874-5115 or Crime Alert at (916) 443-4357. A text message tip may be sent by texting to 274637 (CRIMES), then entering SACTIP followed by the tip information. Callers may remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000.
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