Police in San Diego responded to reports of an active shooter at the Islamic Center of San Diego in the Clairemont Mesa area on Monday, prompting a large emergency response and an ongoing investigation. Authorities said officers were dispatched after reports of gunfire near the mosque around midday, and media reports later stated that two shooters were dead and that three other adults were killed. <\/p>\n

The islamic Center of San Diego is described as the largest mosque in San Diego County and also includes the Al Rashid School. Initial reports indicated that the grade school on site was evacuated and that children were accounted for. Television footage showed numerous law enforcement vehicles and a heavy police presence<\/a> around the facility and surrounding streets, while officials including the San Diego mayor and California governor were briefed and urged the public to avoid the area. <\/p>\n

Police later announced the threat had been neutralized, and they established a reunification center at Hathaway Street for family members and others seeking information. Investigators remained on scene for several hours afterward. <\/p>\n