Man shot in Atwater; suspect sought
A man believed to be in his 40s was shot early Thursday in Atwater, authorities said.
The victim’s name was not released.
Atwater police Lt. Samuel Joseph said the victim was taken to an area hospital for treatment. His injuries “did not appear to be life-threatening,” he said.
An update on his condition was not available.
Police said the victim was traveling west on Fruitland Avenue around 6 a.m. when a dark-colored vehicle pulled up next to him and someone from inside opened fire. He was shot once as he drove away. The vehicle was struck multiple times.
Officers found the victim at a gas station in the 2700 block of Winton Way, police said.
A description of the shooter was not available.
Investigators are reviewing security-camera footage taken in the area, Joseph said.
Police said it was too early in the investigation to comment on any possible motive.
Anyone with information is to contact the Atwater Police Detectives Unit at 209-357-6394.
This story was originally published November 12, 2015 at 12:58 PM with the headline "Man shot in Atwater; suspect sought."