# Gang Motive or Self-Defense

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Podcast: [Sacramento News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/sacramento-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7564759)
Published: 2026-06-24T15:04:01+00:00
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## Resource

The trial heats up in Sacramento as closing arguments unfold over the April 2022 K Street shooting that killed six and wounded twelve. Prosecutors push hard for a gang motive, citing witness hesitation, social media clues, and inconsistencies in defendant testimony—especially from Mtula Payton and Dandrae Martin, who allegedly stayed in the fray to protect their street reputation. Payton’s complex affiliations between Garden Blocc Crips and Bloods ties add fuel to the fire. The victims—three young adults aged twenty-one—underscore the tragedy prosecutors say could’ve been avoided. Defense, meanwhile, prepares to argue the shooting was unprovoked and a case of self-defense. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/f77aca862fe65be0

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