‘He Was My Protector’: Daughter of San Diego Mosque Attack Victim Recalls His Selfless Heroism
The victims were remembered for shielding about 100 children and staff as the FBI investigated two teenage suspects with a broad hatred of religious groups.
- On Monday, two teenage gunmen attacked the Islamic Center of San Diego, killing security guard Amin Abdullah, handyman Mansour Kaziha, and Nadir Awad; their actions prevented the gunmen from reaching some hundred children and staff inside.
- According to Mohammed, who has overseen security at the mosque for 13 years, threats toward the mosque have increased since the Hamas-led attack on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, amid rising anti-Muslim rhetoric.
- Until recently, Abdullah, Kaziha, and Awad were best known for everyday interactions at the center; Kaziha had been a fixture since the 1980s, while Abdullah was known for his vigilance protecting the children.
- At a press conference on Tuesday, FBI special agent Mark Remily described the two suspects as teenagers sharing a "broad hatred" toward different races and religious groups, stating investigators are "thoroughly investigating this case."
- In response to Monday's shooting, Mohammed hopes for increased patrols and greater police presence at all houses of worship, saying "we don't want this to happen anywhere, to any community, any faith-based organizations.
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