4 killed, 10 wounded after shooting at California family gathering; suspect at large
At least four people were killed and 10 others were injured in a mass shooting at a family gathered at a banquet hall in Stockton, Calif., on Saturday evening, authorities said.
The violence adds Stockton to a growing list of American communities whose daily living spaces include: schools, shopping malls, bars And office buildings – Having been exposed to armed violence.
Children and adults were among those shot, according to San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office spokeswoman Heather Brent. Authorities did not immediately disclose the health conditions of those taken to hospitals in the area.
“Early indications are that this may have been a targeted incident,” Brent said at a news conference. “This is a very active and ongoing investigation and information remains limited,” he said.
According to authorities, the attack occurred just before 6 p.m. in the northern part of the city. sheriff’s office. The banquet hall, which shares a parking lot with several businesses including Dairy Queen, has hosted family celebrations, Brent said. Stockton is about 40 miles south of Sacramento.
The suspected attacker escaped and is still at large, Brent said. Authorities are appealing to the public for help with information as detectives work to determine a possible motive. “Investigators are exploring all possibilities,” Brent said.
The San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office is handling the investigation.
There have been at least 380 mass shootings in the US so far this year; This number is defined as shooting at least four people, excluding the shooter. Gun Violence Archive.
Governor of California Gavin Newsom He was briefed on the shooting, according to his office. Stockton Mayor Christina Fugazi said: expression He said the governor “offered the full support of the state of California” to help the community.
“Tonight our city faces a heartbreaking and painful situation,” Fugazi wrote. Please keep the victims, their loved ones, and our first responders in your prayers.”
This story has been updated with additional details.
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