On January 12, 2026, Ryan Hardy self-surrendered to the San Francisco Sheriff’s Office according to the Antioch Police Department
As a result of the continued investigation, detectives have determined that the victim and her family were not involved in any criminal activity at the time of the shooting. The shooting appears to have occurred because of a misidentification of the intended target.
The case is expected to be filed with the Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office later this week.
The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to contact Antioch Police Detective John Cox at (925) 481-8147 or via email at jcox@antiochca.gov
Update: Antioch Police Identify Man Who Shot 11-Year-Old Girl
Antioch Police Department detectives identified Ryan Hardy as the suspect in the shooting of an 11-year-old girl on January 5th through a combination of video surveillance, witness statements, and forensic evidence.
Hardy should be considered armed and dangerous. Members of the public are advised not to confront him. Anyone who sees Hardy in public or has information regarding his whereabouts is urged to call 911 immediately.
Hardy is also encouraged to peacefully surrender to the Antioch Police Department.
During the course of the investigation, detectives identified several individuals who assisted Hardy in evading law enforcement. Those individuals, as well as anyone who knowingly assists Hardy in the future, will be subject to arrest for accessory under Penal Code section 32.
- FILE: 26-121
- INCIDENT: Assault with a Firearm **Update**
- DATE OF INCIDENT: January 5, 2026
- TIME OF INCIDENT: 12:38 PM
- LOCATION: 3915 Delta Fair Blvd
- VICTIM: 11-Year-Old Female
- SUSPECT: Ryan Hardy (23
The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to contact Antioch Police Detective John Cox at (925) 481-8147 or via email at jcox@antiochca.gov.
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