A charging decision is expected against the 17-year-old suspected of shooting three people at the Westfield Valley Fair shopping mall on Black Friday.
At a hearing Wednesday morning, Santa Clara County District Attorney Jeff Rosen will announce the charges against the teen. Rosen is also expected to announce a decision on whether to seek charges in adult court.
The DA’s office said the juvenile hearing, which is normally a closed court procedure, will be open to the public due to the severity of the charges.
Around 5:40 p.m. Friday, officers were called to the mall on reports of a shooting. Three victims were located and were taken to a local hospital. Police said the victims’ injuries were not life-threatening.
Suspect arrested in connection with a triple-shooting at Westfield Valley Fair mall in San Jose on Black Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.
San Jose Police Department
The teen was located by authorities on Sunday night. Police Chief Paul Joseph said the teen was previously arrested in February for carrying and concealing a loaded firearm and that the shooting was gang-motivated.
Joseph said the incident began when the suspect spotted someone whom he perceived to be a rival gang member. The suspect then opened fire, hitting his target and two bystanders. Â
Rosen said the 17-year-old was on probation at the time of the shooting.
In addition to the teen, Rosen said a 21-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of helping the teen escape and that she would be facing charges.