DALY CITY, CA – A neighborhood dispute turned violent in Daly City, California, leading to a police shooting that left a man in his 60s dead. The incident, which unfolded on Arroyo Drive, began around 6 p.m. Monday and has kept roads closed for over 18 hours as investigations continue.
Residents of the Winston Manor neighborhood initially mistook the sound of gunfire for fireworks, a common occurrence in the area. However, it soon became clear that the loud noises were gunshots. Police responded to multiple 911 calls reporting a disturbance between neighbors.
Although details of the argument remain unconfirmed, some locals suggest it began over a tree dispute. The suspect, believed to have been armed with both a handgun and a shotgun, allegedly opened fire on officers and a nearby home occupied by people.
Upon arriving at the scene, officers were met with gunfire and returned shots, resulting in the suspect’s death. The intense exchange prompted authorities to issue a brief shelter-in-place order for homes in the vicinity, urging residents to stay indoors and lock their doors for safety.
A neighbor was injured during the incident and was transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Fortunately, no officers were harmed during the confrontation.
The shooting has left the community on edge, with many residents expressing concern over the escalation of what seemed to be a minor neighborhood dispute. Police are continuing their investigation to determine the precise events that led to the fatal encounter.
Authorities are working to gather more information about the suspect and the circumstances surrounding the incident. The police department has not yet released the names of the officers involved or the deceased suspect.
As the investigation unfolds, residents are left grappling with the aftermath of the shooting, hoping for answers and a return to peace in their neighborhood.