FBI Files Updated Charges Against Sacramento Man in ABC Affiliate Shooting Incident
(KTXL) — The FBI has officially lodged a three-count amended criminal complaint this Monday concerning the shooting incident involving Anibal Hernandez Santana, a 64-year-old resident of Sacramento. He allegedly fired shots through the window of an ABC news affiliate station.
After posting $200,000 bail on Saturday, Hernandez Santana was subsequently arrested by the FBI. He now faces serious charges, including possessing a firearm in a school zone, discharging a firearm in a school zone, and interfering with a radio communication station, as confirmed by U.S. Attorney Eric Grant.
Law enforcement executed a warrant to search Hernandez Santana’s vehicle and residence, where they discovered a weekly planner affixed to the refrigerator. Notably, the planner contained a handwritten note on the “Friday” section that read, “Do the Next Scary Thing.” Additionally, a disturbing note found in his vehicle stated: “For hiding Epstein & ignoring red flags. Do not support Patel, Bongino, & AG Pam Bondi. They’re next. – C.K. from above.”
If found guilty, Hernandez Santana could confront significant penalties; a maximum of five years in federal prison and a $250,000 fine for the firearm charges, alongside a potential one-year prison sentence and a $10,000 fine for the interference charge. Furthermore, he faces additional gun-related charges from the Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office, which could add up to 17 years of incarceration.
The shooting incident occurred on Friday, when local police responded to reports of gunfire at the ABC affiliate. Fortunately, only one individual was present in the lobby, and no injuries were reported.
Hernandez Santana’s next court appearance is scheduled for 3 p.m. on Thursday in Federal Court.
In light of these events, California Governor has publicly condemned the attack on journalists, highlighting the broader implications for media safety.