Vallejo Police Arrest Recently Released Inmate Suspected Carjacking Fatal Shooting

Vallejo police arrested a man recently released from prison for attempted murder in connection with an armed carjacking of a black Nissan Maxima. The victim reported the carjacking, and officers located the stolen vehicle on Fairgrounds Drive, attempting a high-risk felony stop. The suspect fled on foot but was apprehended; the victim later identified him as the carjacker. A search of the vehicle uncovered a replica firearm resembling the weapon used, 16.5 grams of suspected methamphetamine packaged for sale, a digital scale, and plastic bags, indicating narcotics sales. The suspect was booked into Solano County Jail on charges of carjacking and narcotics sales, and the vehicle was returned to its owner. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about recidivism and criminal activity involving recently released inmates in Vallejo.