On May 18, at least five people died during a shooting occurred in a mosque in San Diego, California. The two alleged attackers also included among the deceased.
According to information provided by San Diego Police Chief Scott Wahl, the attack occurred in the largest mosque in San Diego Countyin California.
“Five people died at the Islamic Center of San Diego, including two alleged attackers and three adultss,” Wahl noted.
Initial FBI investigations indicate that the alleged attackers They were two young people of 17 and 19 years old.
It was also reported that both had died “from self-inflicted gunshot wounds”.
The bodies of the two alleged attackers were found in a vehicle near the mosque. The authorities indicated that one of The deceased was a security guard who tried to contain the situation.
Several images shared on social networks show how several people walk away from the mosque; some were holding hands and others were escorted by security agents.
Wahl clarified that the investigation to clarify what happened could “require a lot of time” and that could take weeks or even months.
“I reiterate my condolences to the victims, their families and the Muslim community“said the police chief.
This attack comes amid a recent surge in violence against the Muslim community and places of worship in the United States.