The shooting that occurred in Hillcrest last night has many in our community shaken, and thankfully physically unharmed. At a briefing and press conference earlier this afternoon, we were informed that the suspect is in custody, and the investigation is ongoing to specifically assess if this was an anti-LGBTQ attack. Unfortunately, our community is no stranger to acts of violence, random or targeted. That said, we do know that our community and our resolve is strong. That love will always conquer fear.
If you are in need if counseling our local San Diego LGBT Community Center is here for you. Their Behavioral Health Services program is here to support those who may need to talk to someone. To speak with an on-duty counselor or to sign up for counseling services, you can call 619.692.2077 x208, or email at [email protected].
Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to call San Diego police at 619-531-2000 or San Diego County Crime Stoppers at 888-580-8477.
Fernando Z. López, Executive Director, San Diego Pride
Fernando Lopez was the Executive Director of San Diego Pride. Lopez’s years of LGBT advocacy, nonprofit management, public education, diversity consulting, media relations, guest lectures, and organizing have made them a consistent presence ensuring the struggles of the LGBT community are ever visible.
