3 Killed Outside San Diego Mosque as Teen Gunmen Die from Suspected Self-Inflicted Wounds
Three people were killed in a shooting outside a mosque in San Diego after two teenage gunmen opened fire before later being found dead from suspected self-inflicted gunshot wounds, authorities said.
The attack occurred outside the Islamic Center in San Diego on Monday, triggering panic among worshippers and residents in the area.
According to reports, the two suspects, both teenagers dressed in camouflage clothing, carried out the deadly shooting before fleeing the scene in a vehicle.
Law enforcement officers later discovered the pair dead inside the car from what investigators described as apparent self-inflicted gunshot wounds.
Emergency responders and police swiftly cordoned off the area surrounding the mosque as frightened families evacuated the premises.
Authorities have not yet released the identities of the victims or the teenage suspects pending notification of relatives.
Investigators are also working to determine the motive behind the attack and whether the mosque was specifically targeted.
The incident has sparked renewed concerns over gun violence and attacks targeting places of worship in the United States.
Police said further details would be released as investigations continue.