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Active shooter reported at San Diego Islamic center as SWAT, emergency crews respond
By Greg Wehner
Published May 18, 2026
San Diego Police responded Monday afternoon to reports of an active shooter at the Islamic Center of San Diego.
The San Diego Police Department said the threat was neutralized in an update shared on X just after 3 p.m. ET.
Officers were on scene at the mosque in the 7000 block of Eckstrom Avenue and urged the public to avoid the area as the situation unfolded.
A large police and SWAT presence gathered outside the Islamic Center, according to FOX 5 San Diego, while San Diego Fire-Rescue crews also responded to the scene.
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Police and SWAT vehicles gather outside the Islamic Center of San Diego after reports of an active shooter on Monday. (KSWB)
Children from nearby schools were seen being evacuated as officers established a perimeter around the area, the outlet reported.
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The Islamic Center of San Diego is seen in San Diego, Calif. Police responded Monday to reports of an active shooter at the mosque. (Google Maps)
Mayor Todd Gloria said on X that he was aware of the situation at the Islamic Center of San Diego.
"I am aware of the active shooter situation at the Islamic Center of San Diego in Clairemont and am continuing to receive updates from law enforcement," he wrote on X. "Emergency personnel are on scene and actively working to protect the community and secure the area."
In another post, Gloria wrote, "Please avoid the area and follow instructions from public safety officials. We will share updates as more information becomes available."
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s press office said the governor has been briefed on the "evolving situation" at the Islamic Center.
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"The Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (@Cal_OES) is coordinating with local law enforcement," Newsom’s team wrote on X. "We are grateful to the first responders on the scene working to protect the community and urge everyone to follow guidance from local authorities."
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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