URGENT UPDATE: Three young men have been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred on July 3 near San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf. San Francisco Police Department (SFPD) officials confirmed the arrests in a press release today, marking a significant breakthrough in a case that has drawn community concern.
Details are emerging that a tactical SWAT team executed a search warrant at a residence on the 2500 block of Wallace Street in Oakland on October 24, 2023. During this operation, they apprehended two suspects: 19-year-old Jeremiah Neal and 20-year-old Elijah Silver, both from Oakland. Both men are now facing murder charges.
In a separate operation, police arrested 22-year-old Jesus Gabriel Cendejas of San Francisco at a residence on the 600 block of Francisco Street. He was also booked on murder charges, and authorities reported finding a firearm during the search.
The shooting victim, whose name has not been released, was gravely injured during the incident on Vandewater Street, an alley situated between Bay and Francisco streets. Tragically, he succumbed to his injuries on July 8, 2023.
This case takes a complicated turn as the SFPD notes that a fourth suspect, believed to be involved in the shooting, was himself murdered in September. The ongoing investigation seeks to clarify the circumstances surrounding both incidents, raising questions about the connections between the victims and suspects.
San Francisco is currently on track to record its lowest homicide rate since 1954, with only 22 homicides reported so far in 2023. This statistic emphasizes the community’s urgent need for safety and resolution in violent crimes.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the July shooting to contact the SFPD tip line at 415-575-4444 or text a tip to TIP411, starting the message with “SFPD.” Tipsters can remain anonymous, reinforcing the community’s role in solving these crimes.
Stay tuned as developments unfold in this case, which has significant implications for public safety and community trust in law enforcement. The SFPD is committed to bringing justice for the victim and addressing the larger issue of gun violence in the city.
