Pregnant Mother of Four Killed in California Halloween Store Shooting, Six Others Injured

A 31-year-old pregnant mother of four, Constance Hages, has been killed in a shooting at a Halloween costume store in Fairfield, California, as police intensify efforts to apprehend the suspected gunman.

The shooting occurred at about 8:30 p.m. on Friday, October 30, 2026, inside a Spirit Halloween store at Solano Town Center shopping mall.

Hages sustained multiple gunshot wounds and was pronounced dead at the scene. Her family informed investigators that she was pregnant at the time of the incident.

Six other people were wounded in the attack, with several sustaining critical injuries.

According to Fairfield Police, three male victims, aged 16, 19 and 32, remained in critical condition following the shooting. A 23-year-old man was also hospitalised in critical but stable condition, while two other victims, aged 19 and 43, were treated for their injuries and later discharged.

Preliminary findings by the police indicated that the shooting may have stemmed from a targeted incident involving a single suspect inside the store.

However, authorities have yet to identify the suspect or establish the motive behind the attack.

Detectives are reviewing surveillance footage and other evidence as investigations continue to identify and locate the gunman.

The Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Sacramento field office is also assisting local authorities with the investigation.

The incident has sparked concern among residents, particularly as it occurred on the eve of Halloween celebrations.

Police have urged members of the public to remain vigilant and report any information that could assist in the investigation.

The Fairfield Police Department asked anyone with relevant information to contact the agency at 707-428-7600 or email 1030mall@fairfield.ca.gov.

The investigation remains ongoing.