Crime
Three Injured in Shooting Following Altercation at Westgate Mall in Spartanburg
Police confirmed that two suspects have been taken into custody in connection with the shooting.
Spartanburg, S.C. — Authorities are investigating a shooting that occurred Friday evening at Westgate Mall, resulting in three individuals sustaining minor injuries.
According to the Spartanburg Police Department, officers responded to reports of gunfire at Westgate Mall, located at 205 W. Blackstock Road, at approximately 6:40 p.m.
Upon arrival, officers discovered that a confrontation between two groups had escalated into a shooting near the mall’s Food Court entrance.
Preliminary findings indicate that individuals from both groups entered the mall and, during the altercation, at least one person discharged a firearm.
As a result, three people were injured.
One of the victims is reported to have suffered a gunshot wound to the foot, while the others sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
In response to the incident, stores in the surrounding area were advised to go on lockdown as a precaution.
Witnesses and employees across the street reported being instructed to shelter in place while authorities secured the area.
Police confirmed that two suspects have been taken into custody in connection with the shooting.
The Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office, including K-9 units and SWAT personnel, assisted the Spartanburg Police Department in managing the situation and conducting the investigation.
The incident remains under investigation, and authorities have not yet released the identities of those involved.
Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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.