Summary
A birthday party in Stockton, California, turned tragic when gunshots were mistaken for popping balloons. The shooting resulted in the death of four people, including three children, and injured eleven others. Authorities are investigating the incident, suspecting it was targeted, and are urging the public to help with information.
Key Facts
- The shooting occurred at a birthday party in Stockton, California.
- Four people were killed, including three children aged 8, 9, and 14, and one 21-year-old.
- Eleven others were injured in the shooting; one person is critically injured.
- The gunfire started inside the banquet hall and may have moved to the street.
- Authorities believe the attack may have been targeted and involved multiple shooters.
- No suspects have been arrested yet, and police are asking for public help in the investigation.
- The incident took place amid rising violent crime rates in Stockton and the broader San Joaquin Valley.
- The mayor of Stockton and the sheriff have both issued statements condemning the violence and urging suspects to surrender.
