On April 10, 2022, Vernon Mulder, a 30-year-old resident of Sacramento, California, was tragically killed in a shooting incident in the Natomas area. The shooting occurred around 3:25 a.m. near East Commerce Way and Amelia Earhart Avenue. Alongside Vernon Mulder, Giovanni Isidro Razo Pizano, known as DJ Gio, was also fatally shot. The Sacramento Police Department indicated that the incident was centered around an attempted robbery.
Both men were pronounced dead at the scene by responding authorities.
The investigation into the deaths of Vernon Mulder and DJ Gio led to the arrest of Nigel Robinson, a 22-year-old suspect. Robinson was apprehended in Vallejo, California, and subsequently booked into the Sacramento County Main Jail on homicide charges. The police have not released detailed information about the events leading up to the shooting, but it was confirmed that the incident was not related to any previous shootings in the area.
The community mourned the loss of both men, with DJ Gio being remembered as a positive role model and a beloved figure in the Sacramento entertainment scene. His mother, Anita Razo, expressed her grief and desire for justice, highlighting the impact her son had on the community. A mural and a billboard were created in DJ Gio's honor to keep his memory alive.
The case against Nigel Robinson is ongoing, with the Sacramento Police Department continuing their investigation to uncover more details about the motive and circumstances surrounding the tragic event. The community remains hopeful for justice and closure for the families of both victims.
