A shooting incident at a shopping center in Louisiana has resulted in two individuals sustaining critical injuries and several others being wounded, prompting a police search for the suspects.
The Baton Rouge Police Department has reported that ten people were harmed at the Mall of Louisiana, where law enforcement quickly secured the area following the incident.
The shooting is thought to have occurred close to the mall’s food court around 1:25 pm local time, with medical personnel establishing a triage station outside a JCPenney store. Access to and from the mall has been restricted to emergency responders only.
Authorities are currently seeking one to two shooters, as per reports from KPLC 7 News. Police Chief TJ Morse has indicated that there is no immediate danger to the public, attributing the shooting to a dispute between two groups that escalated.
Baton Rouge Mayor-president Sid Edwards confirmed his presence at the mall, where a command post has been established, reassuring that all civilians have been safely evacuated. He requested prayers for the victims and their families and promised the apprehension of those responsible for the violence.
State Governor Jeff Landry acknowledged the active shooter situation at the Mall of Louisiana and advised people to steer clear of the area. He expressed gratitude for the swift response of law enforcement and extended thoughts and prayers to the affected individuals.
Furthermore, Attorney General Liz Murrill has been in contact with District Attorney Hillar Moore, who is closely monitoring the situation involving gunfire at the mall’s Food Court. Multiple law enforcement agencies are on the scene, with more information expected to be released soon.
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