Tragedy Strikes King City: Deadly Shooting at House Party Leaves Multiple Victims
On Sunday, another firearms tragedy occurred in King City, California. During a party on North 2nd Street in the evening, shots were fired, resulting in four deaths and several injuries. The police are looking for suspects.
2:45 PM EST, March 4, 2024
According to a press release by King City police, officers were called around 6:00 PM after a reported shooting at a party. According to the police, a gray Kia drove up to the event site, and three masked men jumped out and fired shots into the crowd of partygoers.
"A silver Kia pulled up in front of the residence. Three males exited the vehicle and shot multiple rounds at the partygoers in the front yard. The suspects got back in their vehicle and fled the scene. The suspects were wearing dark-colored clothing and had dark-colored masks over their heads. They have not been identified and remain outstanding. The investigation is ongoing," says the King City Police Department in its statement.
Four people died as a result of the shooting: three men on the spot and one woman who died after being transported to the hospital. Additionally, police said three other people were transferred to Natividad Hospital in Salinas for medical treatment.
"The suspects are considered armed and dangerous. Should you see them or the vehicle, please call 911. Do not attempt to contact them yourselves," adds police on its Facebook page.
Source: ABC News, NBC News, King City Police Department
