US: Police response ongoing following shooting incident at Cielo Vista mall in El Paso, Texas, evening of Feb. 15 /update 1

Event

Police are continuing to response to a shooting incident at the Cielo Vista mall in El Paso, Texas, as of the evening of Feb. 15. The shooting was first reported in the food court at approximately 17:00. Authorities are asking the public to avoid the area. Police have arrested one suspect but are continuing investigations; it is possible that another suspect is still at large. The motive for the incident is unclear. Reports indicate that at least one person has been killed and three injured.

Heightened security and localized transit disruptions are likely in the area over the coming hours. Lingering disruptions are likely once police apprehend all suspects and conduct investigations.

Advice

Avoid the area. Plan for disruptions to local transit in the area. Adhere to all instructions issued by local authorities.