1 Injured In Christmas Day Shooting On Highway 4: CHP

CONTRA COSTA COUNTY, CA — The California Highway Patrol is investigating a shooting reported Christmas Day on state Highway 4 in Concord. A Pittsburg man in his mid-20s told authorities it was around 7:15 p.m. Dec. 25 when his black Nissan Altima was struck by gunfire as he was driving eastbound on Highway 4 from northbound state Highway 242.

According to the CHP, the man, who was alone in his car, suffered minor injuries to his hand and shoulder, possibly as a result of debris or shrapnel caused by the gunfire.

"The victim driver indicated that after hearing the gunfire, he observed a suspect shooting at him from the left rear window of an unknown sedan," CHP Contra Costa Area officials said.

The CHP-Golden Gate Division Investigative Services Unit located the victim and his car, but as of Monday morning had no leads on the suspect vehicle or the suspect.

"Our investigators are requesting assistance from the public in gathering the details surrounding this incident," CHP officials said. "If you or anyone you know have any information that might be helpful, please call the CHP Investigative Tipline at 707-917-4491."