Melinda Davis, 57, was killed on April 3, 2022, in a mass shooting in downtown Sacramento near K Street, an area where she often stayed. Davis had been experiencing homelessness for over a decade and was described as a familiar presence in the downtown area with bright eyes and a happy-go-lucky spirit.

The shooting left six people dead and twelve wounded; authorities have not fully detailed the exact circumstances of Davis’s death, though reports say she was caught in the crossfire. The Sacramento Police Department arrested multiple suspects tied to the incident, including brothers Dandrae Martin and Smiley Martin, on charges related to firearms possession and assault. Investigators described the attack as likely gang-related with multiple shooters involved.

Advocates for the homeless have used Davis’s death to highlight the vulnerabilities of people living without shelter and to call for more housing and services. If anyone knew Melinda, saw activity near K Street on April 3, 2022, or has information about the shooting, please come forward.