Security guard killed in San Diego Islamic Center shooting remembered as a hero
A security guard was killed during a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego, where he is being remembered as a hero for his bravery. His actions are credited with saving lives during the attack, which is being investigated as a hate crime. The incident has raised concerns about safety at places of worship, prompting local officials to increase police presence.
- ▪The shooting resulted in three fatalities, including the security guard.
- ▪The guard's intervention is believed to have prevented further casualties during the attack.
- ▪Local officials are considering the shooting a hate crime due to the location of the Islamic Center.
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U.S. Security guard killed in San Diego Islamic Center shooting remembered as a hero By Emily Mae Czachor, Emily Mae Czachor News Editor Emily Mae Czachor is a reporter and news editor at CBSNews.com. She typically covers breaking news, extreme weather and issues involving social justice. Emily Mae previously wrote for outlets like the Los Angeles Times, BuzzFeed and Newsweek. Read Full Bio Emily Mae Czachor, Michele Gile, Michele Gile Michele joined KCAL9 in 1990 as the Orange County reporter and she has loved it there ever since! She reports from the field for both KCAL9 and CBS2. Read Full Bio Michele Gile, Jonathan Vigliotti, Jonathan Vigliotti Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti is a CBS News correspondent based in Los Angeles.
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