Two people were injured in a shooting Saturday at Great Lakes Crossing Outlets in Auburn Hills, Michigan, prompting a large law enforcement response and a temporary closure of the popular shopping mall.
According to the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office, the shooting left two victims with injuries.
Authorities confirmed that one suspect has been taken into custody, and investigators say there is no ongoing threat to the public. One of the victims, a woman, reportedly suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Police quickly secured the scene as shoppers and employees were evacuated while officers searched the mall and gathered evidence. Emergency responders remained at the location for several hours as detectives worked to determine what led to the gunfire.
Great Lakes Crossing Outlets announced that the mall closed following the incident and is expected to reopen Sunday, pending the completion of the investigation.
Officials have not yet released the identities of the victims or the suspect, and no motive has been announced.
Auburn Hills Police, with assistance from the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office, continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Anyone with information about the incident is encouraged to contact local law enforcement.
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