Gunfire Strikes Sacramento’s ABC 10 Station; No Injuries Reported
Sacramento, Calif. – Tension rose in Sacramento on Friday, September 19, 2025, after gunfire struck the local ABC affiliate ABC 10 during a drive-by shooting. The incident occurred just one day after demonstrators gathered to protest ABC’s decision to indefinitely pull Jimmy Kimmel Live! from its programming schedule.
Authorities confirmed that at least three bullets hit the lobby window of the station’s headquarters. The building was occupied at the time of the shooting, though fortunately, no injuries were reported among employees or visitors.
A Disturbing Act of Violence
Law enforcement officials have not yet released details about the suspect or any possible vehicle linked to the attack. Investigators are reviewing surveillance footage, canvassing the area for additional witnesses, and working to determine whether the shooting was a random act of violence or directly connected to recent protests targeting the network.
While it remains unclear whether the two events are related, the shooting has shaken both staff and community members, who described the incident as alarming and deeply concerning.
Heightened Concerns After Protests
The gunfire came less than 24 hours after protesters gathered outside ABC offices, voicing frustration over the network’s programming decision to suspend Jimmy Kimmel Live! indefinitely. Demonstrators accused the network of censorship and called for transparency about its decision.
Although the protests were largely peaceful, the timing of the subsequent gunfire has fueled speculation about whether tensions may have played a role in the attack. Authorities, however, have cautioned against drawing conclusions without evidence.
Official Response
Sacramento Police said they are treating the shooting as a serious and active investigation. “The fact that this building was occupied at the time makes this incident especially dangerous,” one official noted. “We are fortunate no one was injured, but this kind of reckless violence will not be tolerated.”
The station, ABC 10, issued a statement expressing gratitude that its employees were safe. “Our first priority is always the safety of our staff and the community we serve,” the statement read. “We are cooperating fully with law enforcement as they investigate this disturbing act of violence.”
Community Reaction
Local leaders and advocacy groups condemned the shooting, describing it as an attack not only on a media outlet but also on public safety. Some expressed concern about rising hostility toward journalists and media organizations nationwide.
“This is unacceptable,” one community member said. “We can disagree with networks and programming choices, but violence is never the answer.”
Moving Forward
As of Friday evening, no arrests have been made, and the suspect remains at large. Authorities are asking anyone with information about the shooting to contact the Sacramento Police Department.
The incident has heightened concerns over safety at media outlets and underscored the need for vigilance as debates over media, politics, and free speech continue across the country.
