The two teenage suspects in the gun attack on a San Diego mosque shared a 'broad hatred' of multiple religions and racial groups, authorities have reported. Tragically, five people, including the attackers, lost their lives in the violent incident on Monday.
Authorities are yet to disclose a specific motive for the attack, though the San Diego Police Chief indicated that the investigation is considering the possibility of a hate crime. The suspects were later found dead in a vehicle, with indications of self-inflicted wounds.
Key updates include:
- **Timeline of the attack:** At 11:43 AM local time on Monday, authorities responded to reports of an active shooter. Officers arrived four minutes later and discovered three deceased individuals outside the mosque.
- **The victims:** Identified victims include Amin Abdullah (a security guard and father of eight), Nader Awad, and Mansour Kaziha. Abdullah's actions are credited with preventing further casualties during the incident, earning him recognition as a hero.
- **Details on the attackers:** The suspects, aged 17 and 18, were radicalized online and were known to share a deep-seated resentment toward various communities. Authorities have recovered a significant cache of weapons and writings outlining extremist ideologies from their residence.
Investigations are ongoing as law enforcement explores the full extent of the suspects' plans, with an emphasis on understanding their radicalization and the intended targets of their violence.
Authorities are yet to disclose a specific motive for the attack, though the San Diego Police Chief indicated that the investigation is considering the possibility of a hate crime. The suspects were later found dead in a vehicle, with indications of self-inflicted wounds.
Key updates include:
- **Timeline of the attack:** At 11:43 AM local time on Monday, authorities responded to reports of an active shooter. Officers arrived four minutes later and discovered three deceased individuals outside the mosque.
- **The victims:** Identified victims include Amin Abdullah (a security guard and father of eight), Nader Awad, and Mansour Kaziha. Abdullah's actions are credited with preventing further casualties during the incident, earning him recognition as a hero.
- **Details on the attackers:** The suspects, aged 17 and 18, were radicalized online and were known to share a deep-seated resentment toward various communities. Authorities have recovered a significant cache of weapons and writings outlining extremist ideologies from their residence.
Investigations are ongoing as law enforcement explores the full extent of the suspects' plans, with an emphasis on understanding their radicalization and the intended targets of their violence.
