Multiple Killed in Moss Landing Shooting

Multiple people were killed and others injured in a shooting shortly after midnight Monday, November 2, 2026, on Jetty Road in Moss Landing, Monterey County, authorities said. The Monterey County Sheriff's Office confirmed the deaths and injuries in an 8:30 a.m. Monday news release. Deputies and detectives investigated at the scene. Jetty Road and Moss Landing State Beach were closed at the sheriff's office request by California State Parks Police. Officials said there was no ongoing threat to the community and asked the public to stay away during the investigation. Authorities did not disclose how many people were killed or injured, the identities of victims, what caused the shooting, or any suspect information. John Laird issued a statement of condolences: "It is heartbreaking to hear of the pain and anguish suffered by those involved in such a tragic event... We are standing with the Monterey County Sheriff's Office and their team as they deal with this tragic incident." His office contact number was listed as (831) 657-6315. Victim counts, identities, the cause of the shooting, and suspect details remained undisclosed.