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Johntaya Anderson Barksdale, 21, was one of six people killed in a mass shooting that struck downtown Sacramento on April 3, 2022. The attack occurred in the early morning near 10th and J Streets; investigators recovered more than 100 shell casings and found multiple buildings and vehicles struck by bullets. Johntaya, known as JoJo, had been out with her sister that night. She lived in her own apartment, worked as a cashier, and had hoped to become a social worker. Family described her as high-spirited and adventurous.

Sacramento police identified 26-year-old Dandre Martin as a related suspect and charged him with assault and illegal firearm possession; authorities did not at that time describe him as one of the shooters. Vigils and memorials were held for the victims, and the community called for action on gun violence. Does anyone who knew Johntaya or was in downtown Sacramento that night have information that could help the investigation?