Teen Suspects Kill Three in San Diego Mosque Shooting; Radicalized Online

Summary

Three people, including a security guard, were killed in a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego by two teenage assailants, aged 17 and 18. Authorities believe the suspects were radicalized online and shared a manifesto expressing racist ideology.

How coverage differs

• Center: Online Radicalization Fueled Deadly Mosque Attack, Officials Confirm Center outlets report on the San Diego mosque shooting where two teenage suspects, aged 17 and 18, killed three people, including a security guard. They note authorities believe the assailants were radicalized online, sharing a manifesto with racist ideology.
• Right: Disturbing Details Emerge on Shooters' Hatred, Pre-Attack Behavior Right-leaning outlets extensively cover the San Diego mosque shooting, detailing the suspects' manifesto which expressed hatred towards 'everyone' and the FBI's investigation. They highlight personal details about the killers, such as Cain Clark's neighbor's encounter and the raid on Caleb Vasquez's $1 million home.

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