Two Injured in Black Friday Shooting at valley Fair Mall in San José, California
San José, CA – November 29, 2025 – A shooting incident at Valley Fair Mall in San José, California, injured two individuals on Black Friday, one of the busiest shopping days of the year. The incident prompted a swift response from local law enforcement, resulting in the evacuation of the entire shopping center.
According to the San José Police department, officers responded to reports of gunfire at the mall at approximately 5:00 PM PST. Upon arrival, they discovered two victims suffering from gunshot wounds. Both individuals were transported to a nearby hospital for medical treatment; their current conditions remain undisclosed.
Initial reports indicate that dozens of shoppers sought shelter within stores or attempted to flee the mall as shots rang out. Police quickly secured the scene and initiated a thorough investigation.
As of 8:00 PM PST, the San José Police Department has stated that the incident appears to be isolated and that there is no ongoing threat to the public. Though, authorities have not yet released facts regarding the cause of the shooting or any potential suspects. No arrests have been made at this time.
“We are actively investigating this incident and working to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting,” stated Officer Michael Ramirez, spokesperson for the San José Police Department, in a brief press conference held near the mall.”The safety of our community is our top priority, and we are committed to bringing those responsible to justice.”
Valley Fair Mall will remain closed for the remainder of the evening as investigators continue to gather evidence.Shoppers with questions regarding the incident or lost property are encouraged to contact the San José Police Department’s non-emergency line at (408) 277-8900.
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
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Sources:
* https://www.sanjoseca.gov/your-city/police-department (San José Police Department official Website – used for contact information and potential updates)
* https://www.nbcbayarea.com/ (NBC Bay Area – for potential news updates)
* https://abc7news.com/ (ABC7 News – for potential news updates)
* https://www.mercurynews.com/ (The Mercury News – local news source)