A man was hurt Wednesday in a suspected assault and carjacking in the Florin area, and Sacramento County sheriff’s deputies say the suspects are still on the loose. The Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office says the victim is in stable condition.
Video and official account
According to ABC10, video of the encounter shows a man being assaulted before his vehicle is taken and the suspects speed away from the scene. The station reports deputies told investigators the victim is in stable condition and that no arrests had been announced.
Sheriff asks for tips
Per the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office, investigators are asking anyone with information or footage to call the non-emergency line at 916-874-5115 or to use the office’s online reporting tools. Deputies say tips and video submissions can help detectives as they follow leads.
Broader context
Carjackings and motor-vehicle thefts have risen in many U.S. cities in recent years, though researchers say reporting is…..