Update to correct misspelled suspect name. Correct spelling: Nizamuddin Mohammed.
The Santa Clara Police Department continues to investigate the officer involved shooting that occurred on September 3, 2025, at a residence on Eisenhower Drive. The following press release is an update to the September 5, 2025 press conference by Chief Cory Morgan. Please refer to the press conference for full details of the incident, https://fb.watch/CdDqVLD2Gn/?mibextid=wwXIfr or https://x.com/santaclarapd/status/1964075771393089678?s=46.
The suspect, identified by the County of Santa Clara Office of the Medical Examiner as Nizamuddin Mohammed, shared the residence with the victim and two other tenants. Our investigation at this point has determined that the relationship between the suspect and victim had deteriorated in recent months. Disagreements escalated over household matters, including thermostat use, and tensions increased after an incident in July 2025 when the suspect damaged property after an argument with the victim. Following that incident, the landlord evidently initiated eviction proceedings against Nizamuddin Mohammed. On August 29, 2025, the victim testified in support of the eviction. Preliminary information indicates this testimony was a significant factor leading up to the attack.
Additionally, investigators are aware of an online posting attributed to the suspect that, in part, expressed his belief that he faced racial discrimination in the workplace and ascribed blame to perceived “white supremacy” (posted about eight hours before to the attack). The suspect had previously been employed as a contracted worker through a third-party agency until his termination in February 2024. He had publicly stated online that he believed his job loss was the result of discrimination. A search warrant is pending to confirm authorship of those posts.
This remains an active investigation. Additional updates will be provided as new information is confirmed. Anyone with information related to this case are asked to contact Detective Sergeant Bell at
408-615-4814 or email him at [email protected].
Alternatively, those who wish to remain nameless can leave a message on the SCPD Anonymous Tip Line at (408) 615-4TIP (4847).
Date of Incident: September 3, 2025
Time of Incident: 6:21 a.m.
Location of Incident: 1800 block of Eisenhower Drive
Case Number: 2509030021
Prepared by:
Lieutenant Eric Lagergren, Public Information Officer (408) 615-4865
