A mass shooting Saturday, Nov. 29 in north Stockton left four people dead — including three children — and injured at least 11 others, authorities said. The San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office is leading the investigation and said early indications suggest the attack may have been “targeted.”
Deputies responded shortly before 6 p.m. to reports of gunfire near the 1900 block of Lucile Avenue, according to a statement from the Sheriff’s Office. Officers found multiple victims suffering from gunshot wounds. Officials now say 15 people in total were shot; four later died from their injuries.
The victims killed were ages 8, 9, 14 and 21, Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Heather Brent said in an update Sunday, Nov. 30. Their names have not been released. The county Office of the Medical Examiner confirmed that it is working to identify the victims.
“This is a very active and ongoing investigation,” the Sheriff’s Office wrote in its initial statement. “Early indications suggest this may be a targeted incident, and investigators are exploring all possibilities.” Detectives continued processing the scene Sunday with assistance from the California Department of Justice. The sheriff’s office is the leading agency of the investigation as the shooting occurred in a county pocket of the city where the agency has jurisdiction.
Authorities said they are reviewing tips, video and witness accounts as they work to develop suspect descriptions. Brent said community cooperation has already helped move the investigation forward, though no arrests had been announced as of Monday morning.
“We are urging anyone with information, video footage, or who may have witnessed any part of this incident to contact the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office immediately,” Brent said. “Community assistance is vital in helping us identify those responsible and bring justice to the victims and their loved ones.”
The motive remains unclear.
Several law-enforcement agencies responded to the scene or are assisting with the investigation, including the Delta College Police Department, which provided support alongside Stockton Police, Manteca Police, Tracy Police, Lathrop Police, University of the Pacific Police, the California Highway Patrol, Stockton Unified School District Police, the Department of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, the California Department of Justice and the FBI.
Delta College Police Acting Chief Tammie Murrell said the department works closely with local, county and state agencies during regional emergencies.
“In regional incidents like this, our role is to maintain campus security while supporting broader law enforcement efforts through coordination and communication,” Murrell said. “Your safety is always our top priority.”
In a message to students Sunday afternoon, Delta College administrators acknowledged the
emotional impact the shooting has had on the campus community.
“Gun violence is tragic wherever it happens,” the message read, noting that the ages of the victims have shaken many personally.
The college encouraged students to seek support and listed counseling resources available on campus and through UWill.
Residents gathered to mourn
On Sunday, about 100 people gathered beneath an overcast sky near the site of the shooting for a candlelight vigil to honor the victims and show solidarity with their families and the community. Local religious leaders offered prayers and called for an end to the violence, as friends, neighbors and city officials came together in a moment of collective grief and resolve.
Attendees brought flowers and candles, placing them at a memorial table. Others stood quietly as speakers called for accountability, healing and support for the families affected.
$25,000 bounty for information offered
Mayor Christina Fugazi announced Sunday that Stockton Crime Stoppers is offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for the shooting. Fugazi said she is personally matching that amount with an additional $10,000, and District 2 Councilwoman Mariela Ponce has pledged another $5,000, bringing the total reward to $25,000.
Fugazi strongly condemned the violence, calling the incident “a pure act of terrorism” and urging anyone with information to come forward. She warned that individuals who hide or assist suspects could face legal consequences.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office at (209–) 468-4400. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Stockton Crime Stoppers at (209–) 946-0600.
The FBI is also offering $50,000 for information leading to the identification and arrest of those responsible. Tips can be submitted to the FBI at https://tips.fbi.gov/digitalmedia/651d7e15e5fc68f
Editor’s Note: This story has been updated to include information on the FBI’s request for information.
