According to authorities, at least four people were killed in shots fired during a family gathering in the Californian city of Stockton.
November 30, 2025, 07:01November 30, 2025, 07:01
A total of 14 people were hit, the San Joaquin Region Sheriff’s Office announced on social media. The investigation was in full swing. The police asked for information from witnesses about the incident early Saturday evening (local time). Many details were initially unclear.
Police officers at the scene in Stockton, California.Image: keystone
Stockton Deputy Mayor Jason Lee spoke of a gun attack at a child’s birthday party in a Facebook post. An ice cream shop should never be a place where families have to fear for their lives. According to US media reports, police spokeswoman Heather Brent initially only confirmed that the incident occurred at a family gathering in a banquet hall.
Accordingly, the victims are young people and adults. Early indications suggested this may have been a targeted incident, Brent said, according to the reports. CBS reported that the suspect was still at large.
California Governor Gavon Newsom has been informed of the incident, his press office said. (sda/dpa)