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Juvenile Suspect Arrested in Potrero Hill Homicide

The 17-year-old victim was found on the 1100 block of Wisconsin Street on October 16.

Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Violence

Juvenile Suspect Arrested in Potrero Hill Homicide

A 17-year-old was killed in a shooting on the 1100 block of Wisconsin Street in the Potrero Hill Terrace and Annex. Police arrested a juvenile male suspect the following day after executing a search warrant on the 1800 block of 25th Street.

Why it matters

The death of Rolando Jose Dusuau marks the 22nd homicide in San Francisco this year, raising concerns in the neighborhood following a prior fatal shooting at the same 600-unit housing complex in February.

The death of Rolando Jose Dusuau is the 22nd homicide recorded in San Francisco for 2026, following a separate fatal shooting at the same 600-unit housing complex earlier this February. The investigation into the circumstances of the shooting remains ongoing.

The players

Rolando Jose Dusuau

The 17-year-old victim of the shooting incident on Wisconsin Street.

Juvenile Justice Center

The secure facility where the arrested suspect is currently being held.

The details

Police responded to the 1100 block of Wisconsin Street at 8:38 p.m. on October 16, where they found the victim dead at the scene. Investigators subsequently served a search warrant on the 1800 block of 25th Street on October 17, leading to the arrest of a juvenile male suspect. The suspect is currently being held at the Juvenile Justice Center on a homicide charge.

Timeline

  1. February 2026: A fatal shooting occurred at the Potrero Hill Terrace and Annex.

  2. October 16, 2026: Rolando Jose Dusuau was shot and killed.

  3. October 16, 2026, 8:38 p.m.: Police discovered the victim on Wisconsin Street.

  4. October 17, 2026: Police arrested the juvenile suspect.

Across the Bay

This homicide marks the second fatal shooting at the Potrero Hill Terrace and Annex this year. The incident follows the documented trend of recurring violence at this specific 600-unit housing complex.

Residents of the 1100 block of Wisconsin Street may see continued police activity as the investigation proceeds. The suspect has been booked and transferred to the Juvenile Justice Center.

The takeaway

This incident serves as a reminder to monitor local safety updates at the Potrero Hill Terrace and Annex complex. Neighbors can stay informed by tracking city homicide statistics through official police reports.

Further reading

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Source note: This article includes information reported by San Francisco Chronicle.