A shooting at a family gathering in a Stockton banquet hall left four people dead and 10 others injured, officials said Saturday (November 29).
San Joaquin County sheriff’s spokesperson Heather Brent confirmed that both children and adults were among the victims and said early reports indicate the attack may have been targeted.
The suspected shooter remains at large, and authorities are appealing to the public for information. “If you know anything about this individual, contact authorities immediately. If you are the suspect, turn yourself in,” District Attorney Ron Freitas said.
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The incident occurred shortly before 6 p.m. at the hall, which shares a parking lot with other businesses. Stockton, located about 40 miles south of Sacramento, has a population of roughly 320,000.
Mayor Christina Fugazzi expressed grief over the tragedy, noting the heartbreak for families forced to watch their loved ones fight for survival in hospitals. Several victims were hospitalized, though officials have not yet released details on their conditions.
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