UPDATE: Moss Landing State Beach Reopens After Closure Due to Shooting Investigation

 

 

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California State Park Peace Officers on scene with Monterey County Sheriff’s Office

MOSS LANDING – California State Parks temporarily closed Jetty Road and Moss Landing State Beach following a shooting that resulted in multiple fatalities shortly after midnight this morning.

Monterey County Sheriff’s Office deputies were first to respond and are leading the investigation. State Park peace officers and the California Highway Patrol also responded and are supporting the investigation.
 
There is no active threat to the Moss Landing community. All inquiries should be directed to the Monterey County Sheriff’s Office.
 
Update: State Parks reopened the state beach around 3:30 p.m. Nov. 2.

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