The man accused of killing seven people in a shooting rampage at a farm and nursery in Half Moon Bay, unleashing waves of terror, shock and grief through this rural coastal community, is facing several felony charges, the San Mateo County district attorney’s office said Wednesday.
The alleged gunman, identified as Chunli Zhao, was arrested outside a San Mateo County sheriff’s substation in Half Moon Bay after the attacks Monday and booked into jail.
Zhao, 66, was charged with seven counts of murder, one count of attempted murder, firearm use enhancements for each count and a special circumstance allegation of multiple murder, according to court records.
