Teen arrested in S.F. shooting that injured 5 near Ocean Beach

The 17-year-old suspect was booked on several firearm-related charges after the November incident.

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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San Francisco police have arrested a 17-year-old boy in connection with a November shooting in the Outer Richmond that left five people injured, including four juveniles. The teen was taken into custody on February 8th and booked at the Juvenile Justice Center on suspicion of assault with a semiautomatic firearm and multiple firearm-related offenses.

Why it matters

Gun violence involving minors is an ongoing concern in San Francisco, particularly in areas like the Outer Richmond that have seen higher rates of crime and public safety issues. This arrest highlights the need for continued efforts to address the root causes of youth violence and improve community-police relations.

The details

According to police, a fight broke out shortly before 9 p.m. on November 8th near Fulton Street and the Great Highway, which resulted in the shooting. Four juveniles suffered non-life-threatening injuries, and one adult man was critically injured. Investigators with the department's Violence Reduction Team developed probable cause to arrest the 17-year-old suspect on February 8th in the Galvez Avenue and Third Street area.

  • The shooting occurred on November 8, 2025 shortly before 9 p.m.
  • The 17-year-old suspect was arrested on February 8, 2026.

The players

San Francisco Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that responded to the shooting, conducted the investigation, and made the arrest.

17-year-old suspect

The minor who was arrested and booked on several firearm-related charges in connection with the November shooting.

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What they’re saying

“'A fight broke out shortly before 9 p.m., which resulted in the shooting.'”

— Capt. Kevin Lee, San Francisco Police Department (sfchronicle.com)

What’s next

The case remains under investigation, and police are asking anyone with information to come forward.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the ongoing challenge of gun violence involving minors in San Francisco and the need for comprehensive strategies to address the root causes and improve public safety in the community.