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San Diego Mosque Attack: 3 Dead, 2 Suspects Also Dead
Deadly Shooting at San Diego Islamic Center
Authorities in California report that three people were killed in a shooting at an Islamic center in San Diego. Police found three deceased victims at the front premises of the Islamic Center of San Diego. One of the victims was a security guard who worked at the center, according to San Diego Police Chief Scott Wahl. The incident has deeply shaken the local community, with Imam Taha Hussein condemning the targeting of a place of worship as an outrageous act. A massive police presence secured the area, closing off streets leading to the center.
Two Suspects Found Dead, Hate Crime Investigation Underway
Police Chief Scott Wahl confirmed that two suspects, believed to be 17 and 19 years old, were also found dead in a car a few blocks away from the center, having sustained self-inflicted gunshot wounds. Police are actively investigating the circumstances that led up to this tragic event, with the FBI working closely alongside them, treating the incident as a hate crime. Authorities are seeking to understand the motives behind the attack and whether more individuals were involved. Residents have been urged to stay away from the area while investigations continue and details are verified.
*Source: YouTube: BBC News (2026-05-19)*
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