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On November 29, 2025, a tragic mass shooting occurred at a banquet hall in Stockton, California, during what was supposed to be a joyful family gathering—specifically, a child’s birthday party.
Around 5:45 p.m. local time, shots were fired in the 1900 block of Lucile Avenue, a commercial area near businesses such as Dairy Queen, leaving a devastating trail.
Four people died, including adults and children. Ten other people were wounded, bringing the total number of victims of the shooting to 14.
All the victims were taken to local hospitals; the survivors are in varying conditions; some remain in critical care.
The shooting occurred inside the banquet hall, which shares a parking lot with neighboring businesses. Authorities described it as “incomprehensible” and possibly targeted, though the exact motive is still under investigation.
As of November 30, 2025, no suspects had been identified or apprehended, and a search was underway.
Stockton, a city of approximately 320,000 residents in San Joaquin County, is located about 40 miles south of Sacramento and 50 miles east of San Francisco.
At the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office, spokeswoman Heather Brent confirmed the details during a press conference at the scene, noting early indications of a targeted attack.
The office urged the public to avoid the area and emphasized its commitment to justice: “We are doing everything we can to bring the perpetrator to justice.”
Stockton Mayor Christina Fugazi, in an emotional statement, highlighted the holiday coincidence, just days after Thanksgiving: “Families should be together, not in the hospital, with their loved ones, praying for their survival.”
Deputy Mayor Jason Lee described the event as a children’s birthday party in a social media post, emphasizing the innocence of those present.
Governor Gavin Newsom issued a statement confirming he had been briefed on the “horrific shooting” and that the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services is coordinating with local law enforcement.
This incident has shocked the community, prompting a strong call for action against gun violence. The investigation is ongoing, and detectives are working to reconstruct the sequence of events and any connections to the victims.
