Multiple people were killed and several others injured in a shooting near a California beach early Monday morning, officials confirmed. The Monterey County Sheriff's Office responded to the incident, which occurred just after midnight along Jetty Road in Moss Landing.
"There are multiple fatalities, and casualties confirmed," the sheriff's office stated. Specific details regarding the number of individuals involved, the circumstances leading to the shooting, or any arrests made have not yet been released. The sheriff's office indicated that there is no active threat to the Moss Landing community at this time and that the investigation is ongoing.
California State Parks police also responded to the scene. The state park beach has been closed to the public while the shooting is under investigation, according to ABC7. State Senator John Laird, who represents Monterey County, released a statement expressing his condolences and support for those affected by the violence.
Moss Landing is a state beach park known for its scenic views of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. The area is a popular picnic spot, though California State Parks notes it can be hazardous for water recreation due to strong rip currents. The beach is typically open from 8 a.m. to sunset.