STONECREST, Ga. — Shoppers at The Mall at Stonecrest were thrown into chaos Saturday afternoon when gunfire erupted inside the mall over the new released Air Jordan 5 Retro ‘Wolf Greys’.
According to sources one person ended up injured and prompting a full-scale police response.
According to DeKalb County authorities, officers were called to the scene around 12:40 p.m. following multiple reports of a shooting.
Witnesses described scenes of panic as shoppers scrambled to find exits while security and police worked quickly to secure the area.
The mall went into immediate lockdown, with entrances and exits blocked as law enforcement swept through the building to ensure no additional threats remained.
During the investigation, officers discovered one individual who had been shot in the hand. The victim was immediately transported to a local hospital, where medical staff reported that their condition is stable. Authorities have not released the identity of the person injured.
Several people were detained for questioning as police worked to piece together the circumstances surrounding the incident.
While investigators have yet to identify a suspect or determine a motive, preliminary reports suggest that the shooting may have stemmed from a dispute over a pair of shoes.
Police cautioned that these details remain unconfirmed as the investigation continues.
The mall, a popular shopping destination in DeKalb County, remained closed for the remainder of Saturday while officers collected evidence and interviewed witnesses.
Officials reassured the public that there is no ongoing threat to the surrounding community and that additional security measures would be in place as the mall prepares to reopen.
“This is a disturbing incident, and our officers are working diligently to ensure the safety of everyone involved,” said a DeKalb County spokesperson. “We encourage anyone with information about the incident to come forward and assist in the investigation.”
As authorities continue to investigate, questions remain about the events that led to the shooting and whether more individuals were involved. The incident has sparked renewed discussion about mall security and public safety in busy shopping areas.
This investigation is ongoing, and further updates are expected as law enforcement releases new information.
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