Nigerian music sensation Burna Boy has pledged to cover the funeral costs for the four young victims who lost their lives in a tragic mass shooting at a children’s birthday party in Stockton, California.
The heartbreaking event took place on Saturday, November 29, at Monkey Space, a banquet hall in unincorporated San Joaquin County. What was meant to be a joyful celebration turned into a scene of unimaginable sorrow.
Officials reported that the victims, aged 8, 13, 14, and 21, were killed when unidentified gunmen opened fire, injuring 11 others in the process. Authorities suspect the attack was targeted, but no arrests have been made so far.
Speaking to The Stockton Record, Burna Boy expressed how deeply the news affected him. The Grammy-winning artist said he first heard about the incident while listening to “The Breakfast Club” radio show.
He stated:
“When I heard about the children murdered in Stockton, my heart broke. No family should ever face this kind of pain alone. I wanted to do whatever I could to support these parents as they begin the long process of healing.”
