renew: The Baton Rouge Police Department confirms that a shooting at the Louisiana Mall in Baton Rouge left two people in critical condition and several others injured.
preliminary report: There are reports of a possible shooting at the Louisiana Mall in Baton Rouge. according to WAFBThere are believed to be four to five victims near the food court. The police have rushed to the scene and are actively investigating. Officials are reportedly looking for one or two suspects.
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Governor Jeff Landry responds
Governor Jeff Landry issued a statement confirming the “scene of the shooting.”
“I am aware that there has been a shooting at the Louisiana Mall. I am coordinating with law enforcement and we will update as we learn more. Please avoid the area,” he said. Sharon and I are praying for those affected and thank our law enforcement officials for their quick response. “
eyewitness reports
Several witnesses and local residents reported the incident on social media.
“Avoid the Louisiana Mall. Please stay away from the Louisiana Mall area immediately. Gunshots were heard near Dick’s Sporting Goods. Sounded like multiple gunshots,” one resident wrote.
Another added, “Something serious is going on near the Louisiana Mall! I saw over 30 police officers flying down the interstate in that direction. Helicopters overhead. Check your people!”
A third reported: “Mall of Louisiana… I hear there might be a shooter… this is no joke, guys.”
Another added, “The Louisiana Mall is full of police and helicopters are flying over. What’s going on.”
Another resident wrote: “There is an active shooter at the Louisiana Mall. I got information from someone who works there and he’s cordoned off. The shooter opened fire in the food court and they haven’t heard the gunfire since. That’s it for now. Please check everyone you know. Witnesses could see two women shot to death on the food court floor.”
