On October 3, 2023 at 3:52am, Lodi Police responded to a report of gunshots heard in the 00 block of South School Street. When officers arrived on the scene they located a gunshot victim, later identified as 53-year-old Felix Makiano. Life saving measures were performed on scene, and he was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.
Click here to read the press release from the Lodi Police Department.
Lodi Police Department Detectives were able to uncover information leading to the suspected shooter in a residence on the same 00 block of South School Street. A search warrant was obtained, and two suspects were taken into custody. LPD SWAT was needed to secure the second suspect, however. Detectives located narcotics, a firearm, and other evidence related to the homicide.
Click here to read the press release from the San Joaquin County District Attorney’s.
Scott Sherman, 39, was charged with First-Degree Murder of Felix Makiano with a sentence enhancement of a Personal Use of a Firearm. The Maximum sentence for the defendant if found guilty is 50 years to life in prison.
