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Shooting at Northridge Strip Mall Leaves at Least Two Dead
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Core Event
On Friday night police were called to the 18400 block of Nordhoff near California State University, Northridge after reports of a large party. Officers arrived shortly before 11 p.m. and heard multiple gunshots. The incident resulted in at least two people being shot dead and one person being stabbed. Dozens of additional individuals were detained and handcuffed outside a lounge within the strip-mall complex. A helicopter and numerous police vehicles were deployed to the scene.
Official Statements & Responses
The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) confirmed that officers responded to the party, heard gunfire, and found victims with critical injuries. A department spokesperson said one victim was also stabbed, but the condition of that person was not known at the time of reporting. The LAPD has not announced any arrests, released a suspect description, or identified a motive. Police indicated that the investigation remains ongoing and that the number of shooters, if any, has not been confirmed.
Data & Statistics
- Fatalities: at least two people shot dead.
- Additional injury: one person stabbed.
- Detentions: “dozens” of people were lined up in handcuffs outside the strip mall.
- Police presence: aerial footage showed more than a dozen police vehicles and a helicopter circling the area.
- Location: the shooting occurred near the California State University, Northridge campus, specifically on Nordhoff Street close to Reseda Boulevard.
Verbatim Quotes
- “I was just in the area of Nordhoff & Reseda. Heavy police presence, helicopters and fire trucks. Reports: 2 people critically shot. 2 suspected shooters reportedly still at large.” — Mike — Mike, self-described sport and politics fan, posted on X.
Ongoing Investigation
Law enforcement continues to canvass the area for witnesses and to determine whether additional suspects are at large. The LAPD has asked the public to avoid the vicinity until the scene is secured and further details are released. No motive has been identified, and officials have not indicated when arrests or further updates might be expected.