On July 16, 2021, 21-year-old Alex Cerda was tragically killed in a shooting incident in Old Sacramento, California. The Sacramento County Coroner's Office confirmed that Cerda was one of the two victims who lost their lives in the shooting that occurred near Candy Haven on the corner of Front Street and L Street. Sacramento police officers, responding to reports of gunshots, found Cerda dead from gunshot wounds upon their arrival.
Cerda, who was out with his cousin at the time, leaves behind a wife and a three-year-old son.
The Sacramento Police Department arrested two suspects in connection with the shooting: 22-year-old Marcus Trull and 21-year-old Cedric Salcedo. Both men were charged with homicide and felony assault. Despite the arrests, the police have not yet determined a clear motive for the shooting, although there were reports of a verbal altercation prior to the incident. The family of Alex Cerda has expressed their grief and emphasized that Cerda was not involved in any gang activities, countering some initial speculations about the nature of the crime.
Cerda's family has been vocal about their loss, describing him as a loving husband and father who worked hard to support his family. His wife and other family members have shared their sorrow, highlighting Cerda's dedication to his family and his role as a caring and supportive figure. The family has also set up a GoFundMe page to help with expenses and to support Cerda's young son, who will now grow up without his father.
The suspects, Trull and Salcedo, were scheduled to be arraigned at the Sacramento County Superior Court, but their arraignment was postponed to the following month. They were expected to enter formal pleas in August 2021. The investigation into the shooting is ongoing, with the Sacramento Police Department encouraging any witnesses or individuals with information to come forward. The community has been urged to provide any tips that might help in understanding the circumstances leading to this tragic event.
