Gun Shooting at Family Party, Four Dead and 10 Injured

A tragic mass shooting at a family gathering inside a banquet hall in Stockton, California, left at least four people dead and 10 others wounded on Saturday evening. Children and young adults were among the victims, ranging in age from 8 to 22, according to local officials. The suspected shooter fled the scene and remains at large, with authorities urging the public to provide any information that could help in the ongoing investigation. Early reports indicate that this may have been a targeted attack, though investigators are exploring all possibilities.

The incident adds Stockton to a growing list of American communities affected by gun violence in everyday spaces, such as schools, shopping centers, and office buildings. California Governor Gavin Newsom has been briefed, and Stockton Mayor Christina Fugazi confirmed that the state is offering full support to assist the community. The San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office is leading the investigation as the city mourns the tragic loss of lives and prays for the victims and their families.