A child\u2019s birthday party in Stockton, California turned into tragedy when gunfire erupted, leaving at least four people dead and ten injured, according to early reports.<\/p>\n
What began as a joyful celebration with balloons, music, and children playing quickly turned into chaos as shots rang out. Parents rushed to shield children while others dropped to the ground in panic.<\/p>\n
Neighbors initially thought it was fireworks until screams filled the street and emergency services were called.<\/p>\n
Authorities are investigating whether the attack was targeted or random, while the community mourns a devastating loss during what should have been a happy celebration.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"