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Several people injured in shooting at South Carolina mall, police say
The Columbia Police Department has confirmed that there were injuries during a shooting at Columbiana Centre.
The extent of the injuries is unknown at this time. Officers have been evacuating the mall.
Update: We have confirmed that people have been injured during the incident — they are receiving medical attention. The extent of injuries unknown at this time. #ColumbiaPDSC officers have been evacuating the mall and getting people to safety.
— Columbia Police Dept (@ColumbiaPDSC) April 16, 2022
The reunification site for loved ones is at the Fairfield Inn at 320 Columbiana Drive, according to the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department.
Please use caution while driving in the area.
Update: We have confirmed that people have been injured during the incident — they are receiving medical attention. The extent of injuries unknown at this time. #ColumbiaPDSC officers have been evacuating the mall and getting people to safety.
— Columbia Police Dept (@ColumbiaPDSC) April 16, 2022
Officers are assessing the scene. The main entrance to the mall on Harbison Boulevard is closed.
Police initially reported the incident at 2:28 p.m. at Columbiana Centre in the Irmo area, saying at the time it was unclear whether anyone had been injured.
Just 16 minutes later, police confirmed there were injuries and that the injured people were receiving medical attention.
Police did not immediately say whether the victims were wounded or injured trying to flee from the scene.
