5 Injured in Downtown San Jose Shooting

Police investigating isolated incident that sent victims to local hospitals

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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Five people were shot near the intersection of North Market and West Santa Clara streets in downtown San Jose on Sunday night, prompting hospitalizations and street closures as police investigated the incident. All of the victims were transported to local hospitals and are expected to survive.

Why it matters

Gun violence in downtown San Jose is a concerning issue, with the city seeing an increase in shooting incidents in recent years. This event highlights the need for continued efforts to address public safety and prevent such isolated but impactful acts of violence.

The details

Officers responded to reports of gunfire around 10:50 p.m. and initially reported three victims before confirming a total of five adult victims with varying gunshot wound injuries. The San Jose Police Department described the shooting as an "isolated incident" and said street closures would remain in effect for several hours as they continued to investigate.

  • The shooting occurred around 10:50 p.m. on Sunday, February 9, 2026.

The players

San Jose Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the shooting incident.

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What they’re saying

“Units are currently investigating a shooting in the area of N Market St and W Santa Clara St. At least three people have been shot and transported to local hospitals for treatment. This event appears to be an isolated incident.”

— San José Police Media Relations (Twitter)

“In total, five adult victims were transported to local hospitals with varying gunshot wound injuries and are expected to survive.Street closures will remain in effect for several hours as officers continue to investigate the incident.”

— San José Police Media Relations (Twitter)

What’s next

Police will continue their investigation into the shooting, including reviewing surveillance footage and interviewing witnesses to determine the circumstances and identify any suspects.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the ongoing challenges San Jose faces in addressing gun violence, even in the city's downtown core. While isolated, such events highlight the need for continued public safety efforts and community engagement to prevent and respond to acts of violence.