Overview
- The attack that struck the Islamic Center of San Diego on Monday left three adults dead, and police later found two teen suspects fatally shot in a nearby car.
- Investigators recovered anti-Muslim and white-supremacist writings and a suicide note, and they are examining the case as a possible hate crime.
- A security guard was among those killed and is credited with limiting casualties, and all children and staff from the on-site school were evacuated unharmed.
- Two hours before the shooting, a suspect’s mother reported missing guns, a missing vehicle, and her suicidal son, which triggered a broader threat assessment.
- Police and the FBI say the probe remains active, with extra patrols at houses of worship and requests for public tips as officials work to confirm identities and analyze evidence.