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What Happened
The shooting took place just before 6:00 p.m. on November 29, 2025, inside an event space called Monkey Space, where attendees — including children and adults — were celebrating a child’s birthday party, officials said. Early reports indicated that multiple people opened fire, although investigators have not publicly confirmed the number of shooters. (Wikipédia)
Casualties and Victim Details
Law enforcement officials and emergency responders said:
- Four victims were killed, including three children and one young adult.
- At least 13 others were injured and transported to local hospitals with various gunshot wounds.
- The ages of the deceased have been reported as 8, 9, 14 and 21, according to the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office. (Wikipédia)
Investigation Underway
The San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office said the incident appears to be a “targeted attack,” though the motive remains unclear. Detectives are searching for suspects and have received assistance from the FBI, Stockton Police Department, and other law enforcement agencies as part of the ongoing inquiry. No arrests have yet been announced. (Wikipédia)
Investigators are reviewing surveillance footage and interviewing witnesses to piece together a timeline of events and determine how and why the shooting unfolded. (Wikipédia)
Community Response
Officials and community leaders expressed deep sorrow and frustration at the violence:
- Stockton’s authorities described the attack as “unthinkable” and emphasized that violence has no place at community gatherings.
- Families and neighbors held vigils and began organizing support for those affected.
- Local hospitals prepared to treat both physical injuries and emotional trauma among survivors and witnesses. (Wikipédia)
Community members have voiced grief on social media and in public statements, underscoring the weight of losing multiple young lives in what was meant to be a joyful event.
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