27 Dec 2023 | 12:13 AM UTC
US: Authorities responding to reports of shooting incident at Franklin Park Mall in Toledo, Ohio, late Dec. 26
FLASH: Police responding to reports of shooting incident at Franklin Park Mall in Toledo, Ohio, US, Dec. 26; at least two people injured.
Police are responding to reports of a shooting incident at the Franklin Park Mall in Toledo, Ohio, late Dec. 26. The shooting, which occurred around 18:00, injured at least two people, who were transported to a nearby hospital. The mall reportedly remained on lockdown as of shortly before 19:00 and will stay closed through the remainder of the evening. Authorities have deployed to the scene and did not immediately clarify if any suspects had been apprehended in connection with the shooting.
Heightened security and disruptions to transport and business will likely impact the area around the Franklin Park Mall over the coming hours.
This is a developing situation; additional information will be issued as warranted.
Avoid the incident site until authorities give the all-clear. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the affected area and any disruptions. Adhere to all instructions issued by local officials.
