Multiple people have been shot at Congregation Chabad located at
16934 Chabad Way sometime before 11:30 a.m., the San Diego County Sheriff's Office Twitter account reported. NBC is now reporting that there is one casualty.
Be aware of increased law enforcement activity in the 16000 block of Chabad Way as @SDSOPoway Deputies investigate reports of a man with a gun. Please stay clear of the area and allow deputies to safely do their job. Thank you for your patience and cooperation. pic.twitter.com/wuHYb57BW0
— San Diego Sheriff (@SDSheriff) April 27, 2019
"Deputies investigate reports of a man with a gun. Please stay clear of the area and allow deputies to safely do their job. Thank you for your patience and cooperation," said the tweet.
According to 10News, at least four victims have been transported to the hospital.
Shortly after the shooting, deputies reported that one man had been detained for questioning in connection to the shooting.
DEVELOPING: San Diego police have detained a man in connection with a possible shooting incident at the Chabad of Poway synagogue. https://t.co/YH5aQJVWT2 pic.twitter.com/t8sMVo4Uno
— World News Tonight (@ABCWorldNews) April 27, 2019
The synagogue which came under attack was hosting its Passover Holiday Celebration, which was scheduled to begin at 11 a.m. according to an event announcement.
Those injured in the attack have been taken to Palomar Medical Center, while the police have warned those in the area to remain clear in order to continue their investigation.
Update#2 Those wounded in the Chabad of Poway #synagogueshooting were taken to Palomar Medical Center @PalomarHealth. Please respect the medical privacy of victims & their families during this difficult time. Remain clear of the area as this investigation will take several hours
— San Diego Sheriff (@SDSheriff) April 27, 2019
The San Diego Sheriff now confirmed that one person has been killed, with three others injured during the shooting at Chabad of Poway. He’s also confirmed that a 19 year old male has been arrested in connection with the shooting.
Update #5 @SDSheriff Bill Gore confirms one person was killed and three others were injured in the #synagogueshooting at Chabad of Poway. Our hearts go out to those affected by this incident.
— San Diego Sheriff (@SDSheriff) April 27, 2019
19-year-old man was arrested in connection with the shooting by @SanDiegoPD.
On his way to Wisconsin for a White House Correspondents’ dinner “counter-rally,” President Trump commented on the shooting, stating “People that were effected, the families, their loved ones, [it] obviously looks right now based on my last conversations – looks like a hate crime” he went on to say that “with respect to the synagogue in California near San Diego, we’re doing some very heavy research, we will see what happens”
The San Diego Sheriff has announced that there will be extra patrols at places of worship over the weekend.
Update #6 @SDSheriff will be providing extra patrols at places of worship this weekend. We encourage congregations to call us with any security concerns. If you see something suspicious, say something. Call the @sdcrimestoppers anonymous line(888) 580-8477.
— San Diego Sheriff (@SDSheriff) April 27, 2019
9-1-1 for emergencies.
Sheriff Bill Gore has confirmed the name of the shooting suspect, as well as his age, they are now looking through any digital evidence and checking the authenticity of an online manifesto found on sites like 4chan following the shooting.
Update #7 @SDSheriff Bill Gore confirms the name of the shooting suspect as 19-year-old John Earnest (DOB 6/8/99). We didn't find any prior law enforcement contact with Earnest. We're looking into digital evidence and checking the authenticity of an online manifesto.
— San Diego Sheriff (@SDSheriff) April 28, 2019
According to Palomar Health's trauma surgeon, a rabbi still remains in surgery, while a two others including a minor are doing well after being treated for shrapnel.
Update #8 from @PalomarHealth's Trauma Surgeon on wounded victims:
— San Diego Sheriff (@SDSheriff) April 28, 2019
Rabbi is in surgery after suffering defensive wounds to his index fingers.
34-year-old man and minor patient were hit by shrapnel from bullets. They're doing well. Minor has been transferred to @radychildrens.
The home and car of the suspect, as well as the Chabad of Poway, have now been served searched warrants.
The police alongside the FBI have also announced they are now checking the possibility that the perpetrator of this shooting was also involved in the arson and vandalism of a Mosque.
Update #9 @SDSheriff Gore: We are serving search warrants for the suspect's home, car and the Chabad of Poway. We are also working with @FBISanDiego, @ATFHQ & @EscondidoPolice to check John Earnest's possible involvement in the arson and vandalism of mosque in @Escondido_CA.
— San Diego Sheriff (@SDSheriff) April 28, 2019
This is a breaking news story and will be updated.
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