A community in Fairfield, California, is mourning the tragic loss of 31-year-old Constance Hages, who was killed in a mass shooting at a Spirit Halloween store inside the Solano Town Center on Friday evening. Hages was pregnant at the time of the shooting, her family told police.
The deadly incident also left six other people wounded, with victims ranging in age from 16 to 43, according to information released by the Fairfield Police Department.
The shooting unfolded at approximately 8:30 p.m., prompting an emergency response from law enforcement and medical personnel. As investigators continued working to establish what happened, police said they believed the violence stemmed from a targeted incident involving one suspect inside the store.
The loss of Hages has added a deeply painful dimension to the tragedy, as her family now grieves a woman whose life was cut short while she was expecting a child.
Constance Hages Identified as the Fatal Shooting Victim
Authorities identified Hages, 31, as the woman who died in the shooting at the Spirit Halloween location in the Solano Town Center.
Her family informed police that she was pregnant when she was killed, making the circumstances of her death especially heartbreaking for those closest to her.
While officials released her identity and confirmed the information about her pregnancy, further details about her personal life, family background and the circumstances that brought her to the store that evening were not included in the information provided.
For her loved ones, the loss represents an unimaginable tragedy. Her death has left family members confronting the sudden absence of someone they cared for, while also grieving the future that had been expected for her and her unborn child.
Six Others Wounded in the Fairfield Shooting
In an update released Saturday, Fairfield police provided additional information about the six people who survived the shooting but sustained gunshot wounds.
The victims ranged in age from 16 to 43. Four remained hospitalized in critical but stable condition, while two others had been released after receiving medical treatment.
Those who remained hospitalized included:
- A 16-year-old boy.
- A 19-year-old man.
- A 32-year-old man.
- A 23-year-old man.
Police also confirmed that a 19-year-old man and a 43-year-old man had been treated for their injuries and released from the hospital.
The varying conditions of the victims highlighted the seriousness of the violence and the impact the shooting had on multiple individuals and families.
Police Investigate Possible Targeted Attack
Fairfield police responded to the shooting at approximately 8:30 p.m. Friday. By Saturday morning, investigators said they believed the incident was targeted and involved one suspect inside the Spirit Halloween store.
However, authorities had not announced an arrest or confirmed that anyone had been detained in connection with the shooting as of Saturday’s update.
Detectives continued reviewing surveillance footage and examining other available evidence in an effort to identify the person responsible and determine the full circumstances surrounding the attack.
The investigation remained active, and police had not publicly provided further details about a possible motive or the relationship, if any, between the suspect and the victims.
A Tragedy That Has Left Families Grieving
The shooting at the Solano Town Center has had consequences extending far beyond the store where the violence occurred. Seven people were struck by gunfire, and one of them, Constance Hages, lost her life.
For the families of those injured, the days following the incident have been marked by concern, hospital visits and uncertainty as their loved ones receive medical care. For Hages’ family, the tragedy has brought the devastating reality of losing a loved one who was pregnant.
Her death is a reminder of the lives and futures affected by acts of violence. As investigators continue searching for answers, those who knew and loved Hages are left to mourn her passing and hold on to the memories they shared.
Remembering Constance Hages
Constance Hages was 31 years old, pregnant and at the center of a tragedy that has changed the lives of her loved ones forever. Although further details about her life have not yet been made public, her memory remains with the family and friends now facing the difficult process of grieving her loss.
As the Fairfield Police Department continues its investigation, the hope remains that those responsible will be identified and that the families affected will receive answers.
In Loving Memory of Constance Hages. May her family, friends and everyone affected by this tragedy find strength, comfort and support during this heartbreaking time. May she be remembered with love, and may her memory never be forgotten.
