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San Diego Mosque Shooting: Hate Crime Probe, Suspects Dead

19 May 2026 12:15

A shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego left three men dead and two suspects dead by suicide. Police are investigating it as a hate crime.

- The attack occurred on May 18 at the Islamic Center of San Diego in Clairemont. - Security guard Amin Abdullah was killed while protecting the community; he is credited with saving lives.

- The suspects, ages 17 and 18, died from self-inflicted gunshot wounds; one suspect's mother had alerted police earlier. - A hate crime investigation is underway, with the FBI assisting.

The community mourns the loss of three men described as pillars of the mosque, while authorities continue to investigate the motive.

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