UPDATE: A manhunt is intensifying for multiple shooters involved in a shocking mass shooting at a toddler’s birthday party in Stockton, California, which left four dead and 11 injured this past Saturday. The FBI has announced a $50,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of the suspects. This tragic event unfolded as attendees celebrated the 2-year-old’s birthday, with gunfire erupting just as the group gathered around the cake.
At the time of the shooting, victims included children aged 8, 9, and 14, as well as a 21-year-old. Witnesses reported chaos as the sound of gunshots shattered the festive atmosphere. Patrice Williams, the party organizer, described the horrifying moment: “As we got ready to start cutting her cake, everyone just dove to the ground. It was just unexpected. I don’t know what happened. I’m just so shocked and lost and speechless.”
Among the injured were Williams’ sister, a cousin, and three friends, highlighting the event’s devastating impact on families gathered for a joyful occasion. Local authorities, led by Sheriff Patrick Withrow of the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office, confirmed that there “appears to be multiple shooters,” but no suspects have been publicly identified.
“This is a horrific act,” Sheriff Withrow stated at a press conference. The community is rallying to assist law enforcement, providing tips, video footage, and witness accounts to help identify those responsible. Williams expressed her grief and anger, stating, “They deserve to be in jail. They deserve to go to hell. I’m sorry, but it’s not respectable. It’s a kids’ party.”
As the investigation unfolds, authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward. The community is mourning the loss of innocent lives while grappling with the aftermath of this tragic incident. The situation remains tense, and updates are expected as law enforcement continues to pursue leads.
Stay tuned for more breaking news as this story develops, and share this urgent update to spread awareness about the ongoing manhunt in Stockton.
