Yesterday, a tragic event occurred in the suburban community of El Cajon, where two teenagers, aged 16 and 18, died in a supposed gang-related shooting at a neighborhood party. The incident unfolded on the 700 block of Mahogany Drive. Local authorities are currently investigating the case which took place at a short-term rental property, according to the El Cajon Police Department.
Detectives conducting the investigation discovered that the incident occurred during a large house party hosted at a short-term rental property. Preliminary findings indicate that both victims were targeted outside the residence, where they were confronted and subsequently shot by an assailant. The suspect fled the scene on.
This investigation is ongoing. We urge anyone with information regarding this case to contact the El Cajon Police Department at (619) 579-3311. Alternatively, information can be shared anonymously through Crime Stoppers at (888)-580-8477 or online at sdcrimestoppers.org, as per the press release.
