MOSS LANDING, Calif. —
Two people were killed in a shooting just before 2 a.m. Monday at the end of Jetty Road in Moss Landing, the Monterey County Sheriff’s Office said.
One person was hospitalized with gunshot wounds and was in unknown condition. Another person suffered injuries that were not considered life-threatening, officials said during a news conference Monday.
The ages and identities of the victims have not been released.
The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unknown. Officials said they have not identified any suspects and have not yet classified the shooting as a homicide.
Deputies and detectives were at the scene Monday morning. California State Parks police closed Jetty Road and Moss Landing State Beach at the Sheriff’s Office’s request. Authorities said there was no active threat to the community.
The shooting remains under investigation.
State Sen. John Laird issued a statement about the shooting:
“Over the weekend, there were numerous reports of shooting deaths across the country. This unspeakable horror has also hit home on the Central Coast, with reports of multiple fatalities just after midnight today in Moss Landing. The pain and suffering of all those impacted is impossible to measure, and my heart goes out to everyone. Thank you to the Monterey County Sheriff and team for its management of this devastating situation. If Team Laird can be of assistance, please contact my Monterey County office at (831) 657-6315.”
Assemblymember Dawn Addis also issued a statement:
“My heart is with those who are affected by this heinous violence. We must continue to work to end gun violence, and I am committed to doing so. As the family and our community mourn, I thank the Monterey County Sheriff and all who responded at this time of need. Our team has been in contact with the Monterey County Sheriff’s Office and are here to help.”