Community members gathered in Stockton Wednesday evening to support one another, loving their neighbor.

It was called Heal Stockton, where Stockton residents and nonprofits met to grieve, heal, and process the tragedy that struck families in the city they love.

"All these people are concerned and came out on their own dime, their own time," Armster Hampton, Community Partnership for Families Youth case manager, said. "And they love Stockton like I love Stockton. And I feel good about that."

A common theme throughout the night was hugs, healing, and having safe spaces to talk through the trauma.

"Heal Stockton is important because what we're trying to do is bring a level of peace and solace and hope to the community," Fortier-Brigham said. "And also discuss different ways to work th

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