NEWS ALERT: Mass shooting at child’s birthday party leaves 4 dead, many more wounded

November 30, 2025

From Fox2-KTVU: STOCKTON, Calif. – At least four people were killed and several more were injured in a shooting at a child’s birthday party in Stockton on Saturday.

The San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office received a report about 6 p.m. regarding a shooting in the 1900 block of Lucile Avenue.

Stockton Vice Mayor Jason Lee said on Facebook that the shooting occurred at a child’s birthday party, and initially reported that the party was taking place at an ice cream shop in the area. However, sheriff’s officials later clarified that the party and shooting occurred at a banquet hall on Lucile Avenue near Thornton Road.

“Tonight, my heart is heavy in a way that’s hard to put into words. As Vice Mayor of Stockton — and as someone who grew up in this community — I am devastated and angry to learn about the mass shooting at a child’s birthday party,” Lee said.

“A birthday party should never be a place where families fear for their lives,” Lee added.

Officials said at a press conference Saturday evening that a total of 14 people were shot, and four of those were deceased. The victims included both adults and children.

The gunman reportedly fled the scene and was still on the run as of late Saturday night.

The San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office posted the following update on Facebook:

Shortly before 6:00 p.m., our dispatch center received reports of a shooting that occurred near the 1900 block of Lucile Avenue in Stockton. We can confirm at this time that approximately 14 individuals were struck by gunfire, and four victims have been confirmed deceased.

This is a very active and ongoing investigation, and information remains limited. Early indications suggest this may be a targeted incident, and investigators are exploring all possibilities. Detectives are actively working to determine the circumstances leading up to this tragedy.

Our thoughts are with the victims, their families, and everyone impacted by this senseless violence.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s office said in a statement, “@CAGovernor Gavin Newsom has been briefed on the horrific shooting in Stockton. The Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (@Cal_OES) is monitoring this evolving situation and coordinating with local law enforcement.”

>>@CAGovernor Gavin Newsom has been briefed on the horrific shooting in Stockton.

The Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (@Cal_OES) is monitoring this evolving situation and coordinating with local law enforcement.

— Governor Newsom Press Office (@GovPressOffice) November 30, 2025