Three Killed in San Diego Mosque Shooting by Teenage Gunmen

3 men killed in San Diego mosque shooting and both teenage suspects dead, police say – Image for illustrative purposes only (Image credits: Unsplash)

San Diego – Two teenage gunmen opened fire inside an Islamic Center on Monday, killing three men before they turned the weapons on themselves a few blocks away. Police arrived to find the scene secured after the self-inflicted deaths and immediately began piecing together the rapid sequence of events. The attack left the local Muslim community reeling while authorities worked to determine exactly how the teenagers obtained the firearms and why they targeted the center.

The Attack Unfolds

Officers responded to reports of gunfire at the Islamic Center shortly after the shooting began. Inside the building they discovered three men who had been shot and killed. The gunmen had fled the scene on foot, according to initial accounts from investigators.

A short time later, police located the two teenagers several blocks from the center. Both had died from gunshot wounds that authorities later confirmed were self-inflicted. The entire episode, from the first shots to the discovery of the bodies, unfolded in a matter of minutes.

Police Response and Confirmation

Investigators quickly established that the two suspects were teenagers and that no other individuals remained at large. They recovered the firearms used in the attack and began tracing their origins. The department released a statement emphasizing that the threat had ended with the deaths of the gunmen.

Authorities have not yet released the names of the victims or the suspects, citing the ongoing investigation and the need to notify family members. Detectives continue to interview witnesses who were inside or near the Islamic Center at the time of the shooting.

Community Reaction

Leaders at the Islamic Center described the attack as a profound shock to a place of worship that serves hundreds of families in the area. Members gathered in the hours after the incident to support one another and to begin the difficult process of mourning the three men who were killed.

Local officials expressed condolences and pledged full cooperation with federal authorities if the case expands beyond local jurisdiction. The focus for now remains on supporting the victims’ families and ensuring the safety of the broader community.

What Comes Next

Investigators are expected to release more information in the coming days as they complete forensic analysis and review surveillance footage from the area. The case has drawn attention from state and federal agencies that routinely assist in mass-casualty incidents involving minors.

For the families and the congregation, the immediate priority is healing and remembrance. Community vigils are being planned while police continue their methodical work to understand every aspect of the tragedy.