Last August 19, a suspect fired multiple rounds from a handgun in Hoover Park. The intended victim was not struck by the bullets, however, multiple rounds struck the Boys and Girls Club building, resulting in not only the closure of the Boys and Girls Club but also Hoover Elementary School.
An intensive investigation resulted in the identification of 32-year-old Jorge Daniel Gomez, a resident of San Carlos, as the shooter.
On September 21, Redwood City detectives and members of the San Mateo County Narcotics Task Force served a search warrant at the residence of Gomez, who was arrested at that time.
The alleged attacker was in possession of an illegally loaded Glock pistol and over ¾ ounce of methamphetamine.
During the arrest, more than $3,000 was seized as evidence of illegal drug sales.
Gomez was booked into San Mateo County Jail on charges of attempted murder, negligent discharge of a firearm, possession of a firearm and ammunition, as well as possession of a controlled substance with a firearm and methamphetamine for sale.
"The Redwood City Police Department considers the safety of its residents, especially children, as our top priority. Our officers invested a significant amount of time and effort to bring this suspect to justice," the authority said in a statement issued Friday.
This investigation is part of an ongoing effort by the Redwood City Police Department to improve the safety of city parks for anyone who wants to spend time there and enjoy the area's peaceful activities, he noted.
Authorities have asked anyone with information about this or any Redwood City case to call the tip line at 650-780-7107.
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