San Diego mosque suspects’ writings reveal influence of online extremism, experts say
The recent shooting at a San Diego mosque has revealed the influence of online extremism on the suspects. Their writings, which include neo-Nazi ideology and incel rage, reflect a disturbing trend of radicalization through the internet. Experts note that the chaotic nature of online spaces has lowered the barriers for individuals to embrace violent ideologies.
- ▪The suspects wrote a 75-page document filled with hate against various identity groups.
- ▪They livestreamed their attack, reminiscent of previous extremist shootings.
- ▪The writings illustrate a blend of white supremacist and misogynistic ideologies.
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InternetSan Diego mosque suspects’ writings reveal influence of online extremism, experts sayA 75-page document and a live-streamed video apparently created by the gunmen echo previous shootings fueled by extremist ideology.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Add NBC News to GoogleInvestigators looking into manifesto left by San Diego shooting suspects03:22Get more newsLiveonShareAdd NBC News to GoogleMay 20, 2026, 4:42 PM EDTBy Daniel Arkin and Pilar MelendezThe two teenage suspects in this week’s deadly attack on a San Diego mosque appear to have written a 75-page document replete with neo-Nazi ideology, incel rage and racist meme culture drawn from the darkest corners of the internet,Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and…
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