Crime
Heavy police presence on Plank Road in Fredericksburg after reports of shooting
A shooting has been reported at a gas station on Plank Road in Fredericksburg, Virginia, directly in front of the mall.
The incident has prompted a large response, with multiple law enforcement units from both Spotsylvania County and Fredericksburg City Police on the scene.
A reliable source reported that an individual who went to Spotsylvania Mall to meet someone in the parking lot for a heroin transaction witnessed Fredericksburg police shooting someone nearby.
Authorities are urging the public to avoid the area if possible.
The affected gas station is located near the Burger King by Interstate 95, close to a highly trafficked part of the city.
Local residents and commuters are advised to use alternative routes and exercise caution in the vicinity.
MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Authorities have confirmed that a suspect is in custody following a shooting incident at the Meridian Mall on Friday afternoon.
As a result, the lockdown at the mall has been lifted.
The Meridian Township Police Department issued a public advisory just before 2:00 p.m., urging residents and shoppers to avoid the area near the Dick’s Sporting Goods entrance while officers conducted an active investigation at the scene.
At this time, police have not released specific details regarding the nature of the shooting, including whether anyone was injured or the circumstances surrounding the suspect’s arrest.
Law enforcement officials continue to investigate the incident and are expected to provide additional information as it becomes available.
The public is asked to remain clear of the immediate area to allow for the ongoing investigation.