Overview

• Rohith Sunil, a San Jose resident, was taken into custody in Dublin on suspicion of murdering a woman walking her dogs near East 14th Street and Williams Street just after 11 p.m.
• The victim was shot in the torso, later died at a hospital, and her boyfriend and their two leashed dogs were unhurt before the animals were placed in a temporary shelter.
• Authorities linked Sunil to the homicide after Dublin officers arrested him for firearm possession and matched his vehicle and appearance to witness descriptions.
• San Leandro police have found no connection between this incident and the June 14 killing of a man walking his dog in the same area.
• Officials emphasized there is no ongoing threat to residents and urged anyone with information to contact the San Leandro Police Department tip line.