‘Active shooter' reported at San Diego Islamic center with police rushing to scene
San Diego law enforcement personnel are responding to the scene
www.independent.co.ukHere’s the latest available on the San Diego Islamic Center shooting:
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Reports indicate a deadly shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego in Clairemont, with multiple fatalities and an active investigation underway. Multiple outlets are confirming victims and that two suspects died, found in a nearby vehicle. This event prompted a large law enforcement response and ongoing inquiries into motive and details.
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Authorities initially treated the incident as a potential hate crime while the FBI investigated, with local police coordinating with federal partners. Updates have emphasized the rapid lockdown of the center and surrounding areas, and ongoing interviews with witnesses and family members of those involved.
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Several major outlets reported different counts in the immediate aftermath (ranging from three to five confirmed fatalities depending on the moment of reporting). By later briefings, officials clarified that three adults were killed at the center and two suspects were dead in a nearby vehicle. Schools in the vicinity were confirmed to be unaffected in terms of safety for students.
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Public guidance has focused on avoiding the area, following law enforcement directions, and awaiting official briefings. Local officials and emergency management agencies have been actively sharing updates through official channels and trusted news partners.
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