‘Active shooter’ reported at San Diego Islamic center with police rushing to scene
Police are responding to reports of an active shooter near a mosque in the Clairemont neighborhood of San Diego on Monday.
“SDPD is on scene at the Islamic Center of San Diego in the 7000 block of Eckstrom Ave for a reported active shooter,” the San Diego Police Department wrote on X at 3:03 pm ET. “Please avoid the area. Updates to follow.”
In an update 40 minutes later, police said the scene is “still active but contained,” adding that “significant resources” had been deployed and that a reunification area had been established nearby.
At least one individual was killed, according to KGTV.
Brendan Rascius will be following this story live and passing on the latest updates.
Josh Marcus18 May 2026 21:04
Governor briefed on shooting
“Gavin Newsom has been briefed on an evolving situation in Clairemont community of San Diego, near the Islamic Center,” the governor’s office wrote on X. “The Governor’s Office of Emergency Services is coordinating with local law enforcement. We are grateful to the first responders on the scene working to protect the community and urge everyone to follow guidance from local authorities.”
Josh Marcus18 May 2026 20:50
