SFPD Arrests Main Street Homicide Suspect 23-039(b)

On April 4, 2023, at approximately 2:35 a.m., San Francisco Police officers from Southern Station responded to the 300 block of Main Street for a report of a stabbing. Officers arrived on scene and located a 43-year-old adult male victim suffering from apparent stab wounds. Officers rendered aid and summoned medics to the scene. The victim was transported to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries. Despite efforts by first responders and medical personnel, the victim succumbed to his injuries.  

The SFPD Homicide Detail took over the investigation. During the course of the investigation, investigators identified the suspect as, 38-year-old Nima Momeni of Emeryville, and developed probable cause to obtain an arrest warrant and search warrants.  

On April 12, 2023, at approximately 5:00 a.m., investigators from the SFPD Homicide Detail and the Special Investigations Division, along with members of the SFPD Tactical Unit and Specialist Unit, served the search warrants and arrest warrant in San Francisco and Emeryville, Ca. Momeni was taken into custody in Emeryville without incident.  

Momeni was booked into San Francisco County Jail for a charge of murder (187)(a)PC).  

While an arrest has been made, this remains an open and active investigation. Anyone with information is asked to call the SFPD 24-hour Tip Line at 1-415-575-4444 or Text a Tip to TIP411 and begin the text message with SFPD. You may remain anonymous.   

Per SFPD policy, a booking photo will not be released.  

SFPD Incident #230-232-530