Suspect dead after exchanging gunfire with Sacramento County deputies

A suspect was killed following an exchange of gunfire with deputies at a home in Orangevale, Sacramento County, on Saturday night. The incident began when the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office received reports of a resident firing a weapon in his backyard on Blythe Avenue, between Hickory and Almond Avenues.

In response to the situation, deputies evacuated nearby homes for safety precautions as the man reportedly refused to cooperate with law enforcement. Tensions escalated as deputies attempted to handle the situation.

By approximately 10 p.m., shots were fired during the confrontation. Shortly thereafter, the Sheriff's Office confirmed that the suspect was deceased.

Details surrounding the circumstances leading to the gunfire have not been fully disclosed, and investigators are likely to conduct a thorough inquiry into the events that unfolded.

Authorities emphasized the importance of public safety throughout the incident, ensuring that surrounding areas were secured while the situation was handled.