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California Dentist Fatally Shot by Disgruntled Former Patient

The suspect, identified as Mohammed Abdulkareem, was arrested after a manhunt, with no indication the attack was motivated by antisemitism.

  • A dentist was killed and two others were injured in a shooting at Smile Plus Dentistry & Orthodontics in El Cajon, California.
  • The shooter, identified as Mohammed Abdulkareem, a disgruntled former patient, had planned the attack weeks in advance.
  • Abdulkareem was captured hours after the shooting; he was found with a loaded handgun and several magazines.
  • The deceased victim, Dr. Benjamin Harouni, was identified as a member of the Jewish community, though the attack is not believed to be motivated by antisemitism.
  • Abdulkareem faces charges including one count of murder and two counts of attempted murder, and is being held without bail.
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