Case Brief: San Bernardino Terrorist Attack
Type
Policy Brief or Report
Year
2021
Level
City or Town
State(s)
California
Policy Areas
Public Safety
This brief discusses the 2015 mass shooting and attempted bombing in San Bernardino, where the perpetrator killed 14 people and wounded 22 others. It outlines the preparedness of the City prior to the incident; the immediate actions taken by the City in response to the shooting; and further actions the City took to facilitate the community's recovery. This resource also highlights key takeaways from San Bernardino that can inform other mayors and city officials as they prepare and develop response strategies for mass shootings.