US: Police investigating shooting incident at Independence Center mall in Independence, Mo., Nov. 10

Police have opened an investigation into a shooting incident that occurred at the Independence Center mall in Independence, Missouri, Nov. 10. Four people were shot in the incident, which reportedly took place at the East 39th Street entrance to the facility; officials did not immediately confirm the conditions of those shot. Authorities have asserted that the situation is "stable," and the mall remains open. Officials did not immediately clarify the circumstances surrounding the shooting.

Authorities will almost certainly maintain a heightened security presence around the scene of the shooting until they conclude their investigative work. Residual traffic and business disruptions are possible in the area over the coming hours.