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Auburn Authorities Seek BB Gun Shooter After Protest Injuries

4/1/2026

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Authorities in Auburn, California search for a suspect who shot a BB gun into a crowd during a No Kings protest, injuring six near Bell Road and Highway 49 on March 28.
The Placer County Sheriff's Office asks the public to help identify the shooter, noting possible charges including felony reckless discharge.
Community leaders say violence will not deter future demonstrations and reaffirm their commitment to safety and continued activism.

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Authorities in Auburn, California search for a suspect who shot a BB gun into a crowd during a No Kings protest, injuring six near Bell Road and Highway 49 on March 28.
The Placer County Sheriff's Office asks the public to help identify the shooter, noting possible charges including felony reckless discharge.
Community leaders say violence will not deter future demonstrations and reaffirm their commitment to safety and continued activism.