Crime
Two People Killed in Shooting at Foothills Mall in Fort Collins
Police do not have any suspects in custody
FORT COLLINS, Colo. — Two individuals are dead and a juvenile suspect is in custody following a fatal shooting at Foothills Mall on Saturday evening, according to a Sunday morning press release from Fort Collins Police Services.
The incident occurred around 5:00 p.m. on April 5, 2025, at Foothills Mall located at 215 E. Foothills Parkway.
Officers responded to reports of gunfire and quickly arrived on scene, locating two victims on a sidewalk situated between the mall building and a nearby parking area.
Both victims sustained critical injuries and were transported to a local hospital by emergency medical services.
Despite lifesaving efforts, both victims succumbed to their injuries.
Their identities have not yet been released, pending notification of next of kin by the Larimer County Coroner’s Office.
Following an intensive investigation, police identified and apprehended a juvenile male suspect in connection with the shooting.
Due to the suspect’s age, authorities are withholding his identity at this time.
Police indicated that additional charges are expected as the investigation progresses.
As with all criminal cases, charges are considered allegations and the suspect is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Authorities stated that there is no indication of additional victims and that there is no ongoing threat to the public.
The shooting is being investigated as a possible gang-related incident.
However, police have chosen not to name specific gang affiliations in an effort to avoid granting notoriety.
Fort Collins Police are urging anyone with information who has not yet spoken with investigators to contact Detective Matt Dean at 970-221-6580. Those who wish to remain anonymous may submit tips through Larimer County Crime Stoppers at 970-221-6868.
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.