Livestream of San Diego Islamic Center Shooting Viewed by at Least Three People
At least three people watched a livestream of an attack at the Islamic Center of San Diego in which three people were killed. A recording of the attack later circulated on certain websites.
abcnews.go.comAt least three people watched a livestream of gunmen killing three people at the Islamic Center of San Diego, according to a CBS News analysis of footage from the attack. One viewer urged another to alert law enforcement, but it is not clear if anyone did. A recording of the attack later circulated online.
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The recording appeared on so-called "gore websites" that have previously served as gathering places for admirers of mass shooters. CBS News reports on how footage of this crime was disseminated online.
Key Facts
Story Timeline
2 events- During attack
At least three people watched a livestream of the shooting.
1 source@CBSNews - After attack
A recording of the attack circulated on gore websites.
1 source@CBSNews
Potential Impact
- 01
Law enforcement may review whether any viewers contacted authorities.
- 02
Gore websites may face renewed scrutiny over hosting attack footage.
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