Understanding the San Diego Mosque Shooting: A Tragic Event The shooting at the Islamic Center of Oakland in La Mesa, a suburb of San Diego, has left the nation reeling once again.
On April 3rd, a gunman opened fire on the mosque's parking lot, killing three people and injuring two others before taking his own life. The incident is being investigated by local authorities as a hate crime.
Victims and Perpetrators The victims of this tragic event were Khaled Abu Shalba, 56; Naji Abu Shalba, 58; and Hamza Abu Shalba, 60 all members of the mosque.