08/02/2023
A message from San Diego Community College District regarding a SDPD shooting on the campus of Mesa College
Below is a message Mesa College President Dr. Ashanti Hands is sending to college employees and students about the police incident that took place overnight. Please emphasize that the campus remains open today with classes and operations continuing as usual – in spite of closure of parking lots 1, 2 and 3.
To: Mesa College Students and Staff
From: President Ashanti Hands
Re: Police Incident on Mesa College Campus – 6:45 a.m. Update
Early this morning, a police-involved shooting took place on the Mesa College campus along Mesa College Circle near Lot 1. The incident involved officers from the San Diego Police Department who were pursuing a suspect. Currently, there is no indication that anyone from the college was involved.
All regular work, classes, services, and activities are expected to continue today. The campus is secure and people should report to work as usual. A police investigation is currently underway and lots 1, 2 and 3 will be closed until further notice, as will Mesa College Circle near the athletics fields. College Police will be directing people to park in other locations and parking enforcement will be suspended today. The lower campus will accessible via the Genesee Avenue/Marlesta Drive entrance.
Thanks for your cooperation. Additional updates will be shared as more information becomes available. For additional information on campus parking and access, contact College Police Dispatch at 619-388-6405.