A Spring Valley house party exploded into chaos yesterday when a woman was shot in the ankle during a fight, authorities said. The victim was left with a non-life-threatening wound as several suspects took off before deputies arrived.
Details from the sheriff's office
Deputies from the Rancho San Diego Sheriff's Station responded to reports of gunfire on Challenge Boulevard and found a woman with a gunshot wound to her ankle. She was taken to a hospital, where her injuries were described as non-life-threatening. Investigators said multiple suspects had already fled the scene by the time officers got there.
The Sheriff's Office said the investigation is active but that "there is no known threat to the community," according to FOX 5 San Diego.
Spring Valley context
The shooting comes as county leaders recently approved a pilot to expand the "No Shots Fired" gun violence prevention program in Spring Valley, an effort focused on rapid outreach and community-centered intervention, KPBS reported.
The neighborhood has seen other party-linked gun incidents in recent years, including a 2023 backyard birthday shooting that wounded five people, underscoring why officials emphasize quick response and tips from the public, 10News found.
How to help
Investigators are asking anyone with information or video from Saturday night's party to contact the Rancho San Diego Sheriff's Station at (619) 660-7090. Anonymous tips can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers.
Detectives are reviewing video and witness accounts as the probe continues, according to FOX 5 San Diego. Deputies said they will release updates as new details emerge and urged neighbors to share any footage that could help identify suspects. For now, residents are waiting to see whether those leads pay off.
