On December 2, 2015, Syed Rizwan Farook and Tashfeen Malik executed a deadly attack during a San Bernardino County Department of Public Health holiday party. The event took place at the Inland Regional Center, a facility that provides services to individuals with developmental disabilities. Farook, an employee of the county, had previously attended the party and arrived with Malik, his wife, shortly after 11 a.m. They entered the venue armed with semi-automatic rifles and opened fire on attendees, targeting a gathering of colleagues and friends. The shooting lasted approximately five minutes, resulting in the deaths of 14 individuals and injuries to 22 others.Law enforcement responded rapidly, with a significant number of officers dispatched to the scene. The shooters fled the area and were later located in their vehicle by police. A chase ensued, leading to a dramatic gunfight in which both Farook and Malik were killed. Investigation revealed that the couple had been inspired by extremist beliefs, and they had communicated online with individuals linked to terrorist organizations prior to the attack. The incident raised serious concerns about domestic terrorism and gun control in the United States, prompting discussions on public safety and law enforcement preparedness in dealing with mass shootings.Following the attack, the FBI classified it as a terrorist investigation, noting the shooters' radicalized ideology. The incident brought attention to the ongoing issue of mass shootings in the U.S., with advocacy groups calling for stricter gun regulations and improved mental health services. As communities mourned the victims, debates surrounding second amendment rights, mental health resources, and the appropriateness of emergency response protocols intensified, leaving a lasting impression on public policy and perceptions of safety in America.