August 24, 2023 – Orange County Sheriff's Department officials report on a mass shooting that injured six people, five from gunshot wounds, two of which are in critical condition. Four people were killed including the suspect. It is believed that the shooter may have been a retired law enforcement officer.

We mourn with the Trabuco Canyon community after tonight’s (Wednesday evening) tragic shooting at Cook’s Corner. Our deputies responded to reports of a shooting a little after 7:00 p.m. and quickly arrived. We believe deputies engaged the suspect and a deputy-involved shooting occurred.

Four people were found deceased at the scene, including the suspect, and six were taken to the hospital. Our investigators continue to process the scene and we will be working through the night. We are grateful to our partners at the Orange County Fire Authority, Orange County DA’s Office, and our federal partners.

We ask for our community’s patience as we continue to work on this investigation. Our hearts are with the family and friends of the victims. We will share more about the victims and this tragic incident as we are able.

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Source: Orange County Sheriff's Department