SAN DIEGO, CA – Two people were shot in University City on Saturday night, with one person tragically losing their life. The suspect is still at large, and police have closed off roads in the area.
According to San Diego Police, the shooting occurred around 8:40 p.m. near the UTC Mall at Nobel Drive and Lombard Pl. Both victims were transported to the hospital with gunshot wounds, and one has since passed away. As a result, the incident is now being investigated as a homicide.
It has been confirmed that this is not an active shooter situation and the mall has not been affected. However, the suspect remains at large, and the details surrounding the incident are still unclear at this time.
SDPD has set up roadblocks in the area, and the intersection of Nobel Drive and Lombard Pl to Genesse Ave has been closed off. Officers are actively patrolling the area, with a helicopter circulating overhead to assist in the search for the suspect.
As the situation continues to unfold, stay tuned to local news outlets for the latest updates on this developing story.