Crime
PANIC: California Mosque Shooting Leaves Five Dead — Suspects Neutralized
Liberty Check
- Five individuals, including two assailants, confirmed dead following San Diego mosque shooting
- Law enforcement neutralized both suspects during confrontation
- Attack on religious center renews security concerns in California
San Diego police confirmed Monday that five people are dead following a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego. During an afternoon press conference, Chief Scott Wahl revealed that the deceased include two male assailants and three victims.
Both suspects were killed during law enforcement’s response to the active threat. The attack on the religious facility has raised questions about security measures at houses of worship across California.
At 11:43 a.m., we received the first 911 call reporting an active shooter at the Islamic Center of San Diego in the 7000 block of Eckstrom Ave. The first officers arrived in less than 4 minutes.
Five people are deceased, including two male suspects, ages 17 and 19. Three victims…
— San Diego Police Department (@SanDiegoPD) May 18, 2026
Road closures remain in place in the area. Please avoid the following streets and use alternate routes:
Balboa Ave is closed in both directions between Canning Dr and Ruffner St.
The northbound and southbound I-805 on-ramps and off-ramps to Balboa Ave are closed.
Charger Blvd…
— San Diego Police Department (@SanDiegoPD) May 18, 2026
San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria on Mosque shooting: “Hate has no place in the city of San Diego, and when it happens and crime of any nature occurs, we will hold you accountable.”
Watch OAN on Spectrum and YouTube TV today for more updates. pic.twitter.com/yCKuXRuQFa
— One America News (@OANN) May 18, 2026
Director of the Islamic Center of San Diego Imam Taha Hassane on Mosque shooting: “We have never experienced a tragedy like this before."
He added that the community is sending prayers and standing in solidarity with all affected families and places of worship across the city.… pic.twitter.com/Q4b7knJeg8
— One America News (@OANN) May 18, 2026
President Trump on the San Diego mosque shooting: "They're giving a briefing on it… It's a terrible situation. I've been given some early updates, but we're going to be going back and looking at it very strongly."
Watch OAN on Spectrum and YouTube TV today for more updates. pic.twitter.com/qkj0vrXabb
— One America News (@OANN) May 18, 2026
Authorities have not yet released details about the identities of the victims or the motivation behind the assault. The investigation remains ongoing as law enforcement works to establish a timeline of events.
First responders arrived at the scene after reports of an active shooter. The swift police action appears to have prevented additional casualties, though the attack still resulted in tragic loss of life.
California has witnessed numerous high-profile violent incidents in recent years, fueling debates about public safety and law enforcement resources. Local officials have promised a full investigation into Monday’s events.
Community leaders are expected to address security concerns as more information becomes available. The incident marks another devastating attack on American soil targeting a place of worship.
Americans deserve better.
