Father-of-8 security guard hailed as hero in San Diego mosque shooting
Summary
A security guard named Amin Abdullah died while protecting people during a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego. Three victims, including Abdullah, were killed by two teenage attackers who later took their own lives. The attack is being investigated as a hate crime.Key Facts
- Amin Abdullah was a father of eight and a security guard at the San Diego mosque.
- Abdullah and two others, Mansour Kaziha and Nader Awad, were killed in the shooting.
- The two teenage attackers, ages 17 and 18, died by suicide after the attack.
- Police were alerted earlier when a mother reported her son missing and possibly suicidal.
- Authorities believe the shooting involved hate rhetoric and is being treated as a hate crime.
- Abdullah had worked at the mosque for over ten years and was known for his kindness and care for the community.
- The mosque and community described Abdullah as a courageous person who acted to protect others during the attack.
- Police Chief Scott Wahl said Abdullah’s actions saved lives during the incident.
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