Birthday Celebration Turns DeadlyA child’s birthday party erupted into chaos. Balloons, cake, and laughter vanished under a hail of gunfire. Four people died — including an 8-year-old — while a community froze in fear. The shooter fled into the night. Was it a feud, a hit, or something worse? Police describe the attack as “targeted,” but the motive remains unclear. From Joy to HorrorThe event at Monkey Space in Stockton had promised innocence and joy. Kids ran between tables. Parents exchanged stories. Families briefly forgot the dangers lurking in the city. Then, just before 6 p.m., bullets tore through the...
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