A California community is mourning the loss of 31-year-old Constance Hages, who was killed in a shooting at a Spirit Halloween store in Fairfield on Friday, October 30. Hages was reportedly pregnant at the time of her death, making the tragedy even more heartbreaking for her family and loved ones.
According to the Fairfield Police Department, the shooting happened around 8:30 p.m. inside the Spirit Halloween store at Solano Town Center, located at 1350 Travis Boulevard.
Police initially responded to reports of gunfire and discovered seven people suffering from gunshot wounds. Hages later died from her injuries.
Police Believe Shooting Was Targeted
Investigators believe the shooting stemmed from a targeted incident involving one suspect inside the store. However, authorities have not disclosed who may have been the intended target or whether Hages was specifically targeted.
Fairfield police identified Hages on Saturday, October 31. Her family informed investigators that she was pregnant when she was killed. Officials said the Solano County Coroner would confirm that information following an examination.
Six other people were wounded during the shooting. The victims included a 16-year-old boy, a 19-year-old man and a 32-year-old man, all of whom were listed in critical condition. A 23-year-old man remained hospitalized in critical but stable condition. Two additional victims, ages 19 and 43, were treated for their injuries and released from the hospital.
Investigation Continues
As of the latest police updates, no arrests had been announced. Detectives are reviewing surveillance footage and other evidence in an effort to identify the person responsible.
The FBI’s Sacramento office is assisting Fairfield police with the investigation.
The shooting also disrupted Halloween weekend activities at the shopping center. Solano Town Center canceled its scheduled Mall-O-Ween trick-or-treating event following the violence.
Spirit Halloween released a statement expressing sadness over the incident and offering condolences to the victims and their families. The company confirmed it was cooperating with law enforcement and that the affected store would remain closed.
Fairfield police are asking anyone with information about the shooting to contact the department at 707-428-7600 or email 1030mall@fairfield.ca.gov.
The investigation remains ongoing as authorities work to determine exactly what led to the deadly shooting.
Y’all Know What extends heartfelt condolences to the family, children, friends and loved ones of Constance Hages. Our thoughts and prayers are also with the six individuals injured and everyone affected by this devastating tragedy.
