Pregnant Woman Killed, 6 Injured in California Spirit Halloween Store Shooting
Authorities are investigating the targeted incident that occurred Friday night in Fairfield.
A targeted shooting at a Spirit Halloween store in Fairfield, California, resulted in the death of a pregnant woman and injuries to six others, according to police.
The incident occurred around 8:30 p.m. Friday inside the store located at the Solano Town Center. Police stated that the shooting stemmed from a targeted incident involving a single suspect. The deceased victim has been identified as Constance Hages, 31, who was pregnant, authorities confirmed.
Four men were hospitalized: three in critical condition (ages 16, 19, and 32) and one in critical but stable condition (age 23). Two other men, aged 19 and 43, were treated for gunshot wounds and have since been released.
Authorities are reviewing video and other evidence to identify the perpetrator, and no arrests have been made. The FBI's Sacramento office is assisting Fairfield police with the investigation.
In response to the incident, the Solano Town Center canceled its planned trick-or-treating event for the day. The mall remains open. Fairfield police urged the community to remain vigilant, look out for one another, and report any suspicious activity.
Fairfield is a city of approximately 120,000 residents situated about 37 miles southwest of Sacramento.