Multiple fatalities after gunman opens fire at San Jose rail yard

May 26, 2021 in International

Multiple people were killed, including the gunman, during an attack Wednesday morning at a San Jose, California, rail yard.

San Jose police said they were still trying to sort out the number of casualties but said some people were killed and some were injured.

“I can confirm with you right now that we do have multiple victims, and we have multiple casualties at this point,” Sgt. Russell Davis said. “I can’t confirm the exact number of injuries and fatalities, but I will tell you that there are multiple injuries and multiple fatalities in this case.”

Russell confirmed that the suspect is dead but did not elaborate on the cause of death.

He could not confirm what type of gun was used, or whether the shooting happened in the facility or outside.

Witnesses said they heard shots ring out just before 7 a.m. at the Valley Transportation Authority rail yard on West Younger Avenue near downtown San Jose.

Law enforcement sources told The Times initial reports indicate there was one shooter and approximately eight victims. Their conditions were unknown.

The Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office said on Twitter it was investigating an active shooter and told the public to stay away.

Aerial footage captured by KGO-TV showed dozens of police cars and ambulances on the scene. VTA spokeswoman Brandi Childress told the station that the agency is working on evacuating employees but said commuters will not be affected.

“I do believe there have been some people who have been injured,” she said, noting that she believes the only people at the facility were VTA employees.

“It would have to be someone who either broke into this yard, or someone who has access,” she said.