2 Teens Arrested in Fatal Triple Shooting Near San Francisco Playground

The tragic death of a 15-year-old girl marks the city's second homicide this year.

Feb. 3, 2026 at 7:23pm by Ben Kaplan

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San Francisco police arrested two teenagers, ages 15 and 16, in connection with a triple shooting that left a 15-year-old girl dead and two other teens wounded near a playground in the Western Addition last Friday. The shooting occurred around 5:13 p.m. near Golden Gate Avenue and Laguna Street, where plainclothes officers on routine patrol witnessed a fight break out near Margaret S. Hayward Playground before the gunfire erupted.

Why it matters

The fact that the victims and suspects are all teenagers has left the community deeply shaken, with city officials and law enforcement vowing to prioritize preventing such violence among youth. The shooting also raises concerns about safety near public playgrounds and the broader issue of gun violence in San Francisco.

The details

The deceased victim was identified as 15-year-old Jayda Pearl Mabrey, who was transported to San Francisco General Hospital but died from her injuries. A second 15-year-old girl and a 16-year-old boy were also shot but are reported to be in stable condition. Investigators believe the shooting was an isolated incident that resulted from a disagreement or argument that escalated.

  • The shooting occurred around 5:13 p.m. on Friday, January 31, 2026.
  • The two teenage suspects were arrested on Monday, February 2, 2026.

The players

Jayda Pearl Mabrey

A 15-year-old girl who was killed in the shooting.

Derrick Lew

The San Francisco Police Chief who expressed heartbreak over the incident and vowed to prioritize preventing youth gun violence.

Bilal Mahmood

The San Francisco Supervisor who represents the district where the shooting occurred and is coordinating with the school district to provide crisis services for grieving students.

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What they’re saying

“The fact that these victims and suspects are all teenagers is simply heartbreaking. Our youth should never be engaged in, or victims of, gun violence. It is my top priority and the top priority of the SFPD to prevent this kind of violence on our streets.”

— Derrick Lew, San Francisco Police Chief (kqed.org)

“An unimaginable tragedy has occurred. No mother or father should have to watch their child pass before they do.”

— Bilal Mahmood, San Francisco Supervisor (kqed.org)

What’s next

The investigation remains open and active, with police asking anyone with information, video, or photos from the scene to contact the SFPD tip line.

The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the urgent need to address gun violence and provide more support and resources for at-risk youth in San Francisco, in order to prevent such senseless loss of life.