Islamic Center of San Diego shooting: Who were the victims?
A shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego has left three people dead, according to law enforcement.
The victims
What we know:
Law enforcement confirmed three adults were killed after a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego on Monday.
Law enforcement officers surround the Islamic Center of San Diego after reports of a shooting on May 18, 2026 in San Diego, CA. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune via Getty Images)
One of the adults who was killed in the shooting is believed to be a security guard who investigators say played a "pivotal role" in preventing the situation from being "much worse."
What we don't know:
The identities of the victims were not immediately released.
Dig deeper:
On Monday, officers with the San Diego Police Department responded to a shooting at San Diego county’s largest mosque.
What they're saying:
Gov. Gavin Newsom’s office said he was being briefed.
"We are grateful to the first responders on the scene working to protect the community and urge everyone to follow guidance from local authorities," his office posted on the social platform X.
Law enforcement confirmed there were two shooters, only identified as teenagers. Both shooters are deceased.
No students, teachers, or school staff were injured in the incident.
The Source: Information for this article was taken from a news conference held by law enforcement in San Diego on May 18, 2026 and reporting by KTVU. The Associated Press also contributed. This story was reported from San Jose.