Three children among dead in mass shooting at Stockton-area birthday party

A shooting at a child’s birthday party in Stockton left four dead—including three children aged 8, 9, and 14—and 11 others injured.

The attack occurred Saturday evening at the Monkey Space banquet hall, with 100–150 attendees present, though no suspect or motive has been identified.

Authorities are investigating, collecting witness statements, and reviewing video footage, asking the public for assistance.

Community members and faith leaders held vigils and offered support, condemning the violence and emphasizing that it should not be normalized, the Sacramento Bee has reported.

Officials described the attack as “senseless” and “heartbreaking,” with early indications suggesting it may have been targeted.