A 31-year-old woman identified as Constance Hages was killed in a shooting inside a Spirit Halloween store in Fairfield, California. Six other people were wounded, and authorities are continuing their search for the person responsible.
A tragic shooting at a Halloween store in Northern California has left a community mourning after police identified the woman who lost her life as 31-year-old Constance Hages.
The shooting happened Friday evening, October 30, 2026, inside a Spirit Halloween store located at Solano Town Center in Fairfield. Authorities confirmed that six additional people were injured during the incident, bringing the total number of victims to seven.
According to the Fairfield Police Department, Hages’ family informed investigators that she was pregnant at the time of her death. Officials said the pregnancy information would be confirmed following an examination by the Solano County Coroner.
The incident has raised serious concerns about public safety, particularly as families and children were preparing to participate in Halloween celebrations across the area.
Police Identify Woman Killed in Fairfield Shooting
Fairfield police identified Hages on Saturday, October 31, following the shooting that occurred shortly before 8:30 p.m. Friday.
Her death has brought renewed attention to the circumstances surrounding the attack and the devastating impact on the victims and their families.
Police said Hages died from gunshot wounds. Her family confirmed her pregnancy to investigators, although officials noted that formal confirmation would come from the county coroner.
In a statement, the department expressed sympathy for the victim’s family and loved ones during what it described as an extremely difficult time.
Authorities have not publicly released further personal details about Hages as the investigation continues.
Six Other People Injured in the Shooting
In addition to the fatality, six people sustained gunshot wounds during the incident.
Fairfield police provided an update on the victims’ medical conditions, revealing that several remained hospitalized with serious injuries.
Three victims, a 16-year-old boy, a 19-year-old man and a 32-year-old man, were reported to be in critical condition.
Another victim, a 23-year-old man, was hospitalized in critical but stable condition.
The remaining two victims, men aged 19 and 43, received medical treatment and were subsequently released from the hospital.
The identities of the surviving victims have not been publicly disclosed.
Police Believe Shooting Was a Targeted Attack
Investigators believe the shooting was not a random act of violence but stemmed from a targeted incident involving one suspect inside the Spirit Halloween store.
Police responded to the shopping center after receiving reports of gunfire at approximately 8:30 p.m.
Detectives are reviewing surveillance footage and gathering additional evidence in an effort to establish exactly what happened and identify the individual responsible.
As of Saturday, October 31, authorities had not announced any arrests or identified a suspect publicly.
The FBI’s Sacramento office is assisting Fairfield police with the investigation, including deploying its Evidence Response Team.
Officials have not released a possible motive or provided further details about the circumstances that led to the shooting.
Witnesses Describe Panic as Gunshots Ring Out
People who were inside or near the shopping center described a frightening scene as shoppers scrambled to find safety.
Witness accounts reported by KCRA indicated that multiple gunshots were heard inside the store, prompting customers to run for cover.
One witness said his wife was shopping inside the Spirit Halloween location when she heard several gunshots and saw people running.
Another witness, Miena Davis, described hearing an initial series of popping sounds shortly after entering the store. A second round of gunfire followed, causing shoppers to panic and rush toward the exits.
Some customers reportedly forced open a gate leading back into the mall as they attempted to escape.
The accounts highlight the confusion and fear experienced by shoppers caught in the middle of the incident.
Halloween Event at Solano Town Center Canceled
The shooting also disrupted Halloween activities planned at Solano Town Center.
Mall officials announced the cancellation of the scheduled Mall-O-Ween trick-or-treating event following the deadly incident.
The shopping center said the decision was made in light of the shooting and the circumstances surrounding the tragedy.
The mall was expected to remain open during its regular Saturday operating hours, while the Spirit Halloween store was reported to remain closed as authorities continued their investigation.
The cancellation affected planned Halloween festivities at a time when many families would ordinarily have been visiting the shopping center with their children.
Authorities Ask Public for Information
Fairfield police are encouraging anyone with information that could assist investigators to come forward.
Detectives continue to examine available video footage, witness accounts and other evidence as they work to identify the person responsible.
The FBI is also supporting local authorities as the investigation progresses.
Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to contact the Fairfield Police Department.
Fairfield Police Department
- Phone: 707-428-7600
- Email: [email protected]
Authorities have not announced an arrest as of the latest available police update.
Community Left Mourning After Deadly Shooting
The death of Constance Hages and the injuries sustained by six other people have left the Fairfield community facing a difficult aftermath.
What should have been an ordinary evening of Halloween shopping instead became a frightening and tragic experience for those inside the store and their families.
As investigators work to establish the circumstances surrounding the shooting, attention remains focused on the recovery of the injured victims and the search for the person responsible.
For now, police are asking the public to remain vigilant and report any information that could help bring the investigation forward.
The case remains active, and further details are expected as authorities continue their work.
