Recap: Three killed, two suspects dead in shooting at San Diego mosque
May 18, 2026
What to KnowLaw enforcement officers responded Monday to an active shooter situation at the Islamic Center of San Diego, a mosque in the Clairemont neighborhood of San Diego. Two suspects in the shooting were reported dead by self-inflicted gunshot wounds, according to San Diego police Chief Scott W
ahl. At least three people, including a security guard, were killed in the shooting, according to police. The Islamic Center is also the site of a school, and all children were safe, police said. A reunification location has been set up at 4125 Hathaway Street, San Diego, CA 92111San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria was at the scene. California Governor Gavin Newsom and President Donald Trump have been briefed.
Three people were killed Monday morning after two teenage shooters opened fire outside a mosque in the Clairemont neighborhood of San Diego.
An active shooter situation was first reported to law enforcement at the Islamic Center of San Diego (ICSD) at around 11:45 a.m. Officers arrived to find three people dead and, moments later, found two suspects deceased in a vehicle blocks away with self-inflicted gunshot wounds.
NBC 7 San Diego had multiple crews on the scene gathering the latest information. Follow below for the latest updates:
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