STOCKTON, CALIFORNIA — A family celebration in Stockton, Northern California, turned into a scene of unimaginable tragedy late Saturday evening when a mass shooting at a banquet hall left at least four people dead and ten others wounded. Authorities are currently investigating the horrific incident, which early indications suggest may have been a targeted attack.
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The violence erupted shortly before 6:00 p.m. local time on Saturday, November 29, near the 1900 block of Lucile Avenue inside a banquet hall. San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office confirmed in a statement on social media that approximately 14 individuals were struck by gunfire, with four victims pronounced deceased at the scene or shortly after.
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Victim Count: 4 Fatalities, 10 Injured.
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Location: Banquet hall near the 1900 block of Lucile Avenue, Stockton.
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Event: Reportedly a child’s birthday party or family gathering.
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Victims: Range from juveniles to adults, according to a Sheriff’s Office spokesperson.
Stockton Vice Mayor Jason Lee confirmed in a social media post that the “mass shooting” occurred at what was intended to be a child’s birthday celebration. “A birthday party should never be a place where families fear for their lives,” he stated, adding that he is in contact with public safety officials and “pushing for answers.”
Investigation Underway: Targeted Incident Suspected
The San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office has launched an intensive and ongoing investigation to determine the circumstances leading up to the tragedy.
“Early indications suggest this may be a targeted incident, and investigators are exploring all possibilities,” the Sheriff’s Office stated.
As of the current time, no information regarding a suspect or the motive has been released, and no arrests have been made. Authorities have not specified the number of shooters involved. The injured were transported to local hospitals for treatment; details on their current conditions have not been immediately provided.
California Governor Gavin Newsom’s office confirmed he has been briefed on the “horrific shooting” and is monitoring the evolving situation.
Call for Community Assistance
The Sheriff’s Office has urgently appealed to the community for assistance in this critical investigation.
“We are urging anyone with information, video footage, or who may have witnessed any part of this incident to contact the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office immediately,” the statement read. “Community assistance is vital in helping us identify those responsible and bring justice to the victims and their loved ones.”
This is a developing story. Check back for further updates as new information is released by law enforcement.
