NewsThe GuardianMay 19, 2026United States
Child Witness Recounts San Diego Mosque Shooting
A nine-year-old boy named Odai Shanah described hiding in a classroom during a deadly shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego. The child reported hearing gunfire while sheltering inside the mosque complex, which also operates as a school.
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This incident highlights the impact of community violence on children and the vulnerability of religious institutions.
Key Facts
- A nine-year-old boy witnessed a deadly shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego.
- The victim hid in a classroom closet while hearing gunfire outside.
- The facility serves as both a mosque and an Islamic day school.