Stockton, California — A shooting on Sunday evening left one man dead and three others injured near a local market, according to the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office. The incident unfolded just after 7:30 p.m. near People’s Market on Country Club Road, close to Franklin Avenue.
Deputies reported that among the victims were three men and one woman. While one man succumbed to his injuries, the other three were either transported to a hospital or made their own way there for treatment. The conditions of the injured remain unclear as authorities continue to respond to the aftermath of the shooting.
Ayad Abdulla, who works at the Super Burger Drive-In across the street from where the shooting occurred, described a chaotic scene. He mentioned witnessing two groups engaged in a heated argument right before gunfire erupted. “I just heard gunshots being fired,” Abdulla recalled, highlighting the sudden escalation of violence.
One of the injured was a woman employed at a taco truck nearby. Abdulla expressed sorrow for her situation, emphasizing that she was simply trying to earn a living. “She stepped out just to work and ended up caught in the crossfire,” he said.
Local residents are increasingly alarmed by the violence erupting in their community, with many calling for proactive measures to ensure safety. Stockton resident Sarah Garcia voiced her concerns, stating, “We need to do more for our community. Getting our kids engaged in sports can help steer them away from gangs and violence.”
As the investigation unfolds, no suspect or motive has been disclosed by officials. The sheriff’s office is actively seeking information from the public to aid in their inquiry. The community is left grappling with the implications of this tragic event, echoing calls for greater safety measures as the shadow of violence looms over Stockton.