Four dead and several injured after gunfire erupts at child’s birthday party
- Four people were killed and a total of 14 were shot during a family gathering in Stockton, California
- The incident happened at a child’s birthday celebration on Lucile Avenue
- Stockton Vice Mayor Jason Lee vowed to seek answers and coordinate with public safety officials
- Investigators believe the shooting may have been targeted, though details about the suspect remain unknown
MAKI-TINGIN KA NAMAN: Pwede ka nang mag-comment sa mga artikulo ng KAMI! Subukan mo, madali lang!
A family celebration in Stockton, northern California, turned tragic on Saturday night after gunfire broke out during a child’s birthday party, leaving four people dead and a total of 14 individuals injured.
Source: UGC
Local officials confirmed the fatal shooting happened near the 1900 block of Lucile Avenue shortly before 6:00 p.m.
Stockton Vice Mayor Jason Lee addressed the incident in a Facebook post.
“I am in contact with staff and public safety officials to understand exactly what happened,” he says.
PAY ATTENTION: Follow us on Instagram - get the most important news directly in your favourite app!
He added that he intends to push for immediate answers as the community reacts to the shocking violence.
Authorities responded after receiving multiple reports of shots fired in the neighborhood.
The San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office later released an update on X.
“We can confirm at this time that approximately 14 individuals were struck by gunfire,” the post states.
The office also confirmed that four victims had already been declared dead at the scene.
Investigators said the case remains in its early stages, and many details have yet to be clarified.
“This is a very active and ongoing investigation,” the sheriff’s office notes.
Officials added that evidence so far points to the possibility that the attack was targeted, but they stressed that all angles are being examined.
No information has been released regarding the shooter, and police have not announced any arrests.
Authorities are expected to provide further updates as they continue interviewing witnesses, reviewing evidence, and canvassing the area where the celebration was held.
Residents in Stockton are now calling for greater community safety measures, while local leaders prepare for a broader discussion on preventing future acts of violence.
In other developments, a pedicab driver was gunned down by unidentified attackers in Malabang, Lanao del Sur. At the time of the ambush, he was traveling with his young child, who managed to flee and was left unharmed. Investigators said the assailants fled the scene only after ensuring the victim no longer showed signs of life. Local authorities are now working to confirm the driver’s identity and determine the motive behind the fatal shooting.
Meanwhile, in a more uplifting update, the unique Kween Yasmin font has taken social media by storm, drawing attention from content creators, influencers, and major brands both in the Philippines and abroad. Introduced through a Canva design suite, the typeface quickly became a top choice for businesses and digital artists. Kween Yasmin expressed heartfelt gratitude for the overwhelming support from companies and her growing community of followers. She highlighted the global reach of her work, noting that the font is now being used in countries like Korea and China, as well as across the Philippines’ three major island groups.
Bagong feature: Tingnan ang mga balitang para sa'yo ➡️ hanapin ang "Recommended for you" block at mag-enjoy!
Source: KAMI.com.gh
