Manteca High School Shooting Today: Gunfire Stops Football Game, Three Suspects Detained

A shooting scare at Manteca High School forced officials to abandon a Friday night football game after gunfire was reported near the school’s Winter Gym.

Police received the call at approximately 9:27 p.m. September 11, while Manteca High was hosting Cesar Chavez High School. According to authorities, shots were fired into the air and nobody was injured.

Police Already on Campus

Six Manteca police officers were already at the school because of the football game when reports of gunfire came in.

Officers quickly moved toward the Winter Gym area as spectators began leaving the stadium. The situation prompted a major law-enforcement response and an investigation around the campus.

The football game was ultimately called off with roughly four minutes remaining.

Three People Initially Detained

Authorities initially reported that three people had been detained in connection with the shooting.

By Saturday morning, police said two juvenile suspects had been arrested, while a third suspect remained outstanding. Because the suspects are juveniles, their identities were not released publicly.

Police have not reported any deaths or injuries associated with the gunfire.

Community Left Shaken

The incident created a tense atmosphere around the school as football spectators and families attempted to leave while officers secured the area.

Police asked members of the public to stay away from Manteca High School while the investigation continued.

The shooting has raised concerns about safety at school sporting events, where students, parents and large crowds regularly gather.

What Happens Next?

Investigators are working to determine exactly what led to the gunfire, identify the outstanding suspect and establish what charges may be appropriate.

Authorities have not released a complete account of the events immediately preceding the shooting or all information about the weapon involved.

With two juvenile arrests confirmed and another suspect still outstanding, the investigation remains active. Further details are expected as police continue reviewing evidence and interviewing witnesses.