Shooting at San Jose Club Injures 1

Police arrest suspect at the scene but have not released details on what led to the incident.

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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A shooting occurred early Sunday morning at the Loft Bar and Bistro in downtown San Jose, injuring one person. Police arrested a suspect at the scene but have not yet identified the individual or provided details on the circumstances that led to the shooting.

Why it matters

Gun violence at nightlife establishments is an ongoing concern in many urban areas, raising questions about public safety, security measures, and the potential need for further interventions to prevent such incidents.

The details

According to the San Jose Fire Department, the shooting happened around 12:46 a.m. at the Loft Bar and Bistro on 2nd Street. Police said a man at the club was shot at least once and taken to the hospital with injuries that were not life-threatening. An arrest was made at the scene, but police have not yet identified the suspect or released information about what led up to the shooting.

  • The shooting occurred around 12:46 a.m. on Sunday, February 15, 2026.

The players

Loft Bar and Bistro

A nightclub located on 2nd Street in downtown San Jose.

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What’s next

Police are continuing to investigate the incident and are expected to release more details about the suspect and the circumstances surrounding the shooting in the coming days.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the ongoing challenges of maintaining public safety in urban nightlife districts and the need for continued vigilance and collaboration between law enforcement, businesses, and community members to address gun violence.