A shooting happened inside the Mall of Louisiana food court in Baton Rouge on Thursday afternoon, and several people were injured. Police said the shooting started after a fight between two groups inside the food court.

The argument quickly turned violent, and both groups started firing guns at each other in a crowded area, as per Mint; Baton Rouge Police Chief TJ Morse. Because the place was crowded, some innocent people who were not involved got caught in the gunfire. At least 10 people were injured and taken to nearby hospitals for treatment. Officials said the injuries were different for each person, and at least two victims needed surgery.

Mall shooting fight turns gunfire

After the shooting began, some of the suspects ran away before police reached the spot. At the time of the first police update, no arrests had been made. A large number of police officers and emergency teams quickly reached the mall and took control of the situation. The mall was secured, and officers searched the area to make sure there was no further danger. Police later said the situation was under control and there was no ongoing threat to the public.



Chief TJ Morse said that at that moment, the area was safe again for people, as noted by Mint. Baton Rouge Mayor Sid Edwards confirmed on social media that there were multiple victims in the shooting. The mayor also said that all civilians inside the mall were safely taken out. The condition of the injured people was not immediately known at that time, as cited by New York Times. Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill said that one or more weapons were fired inside the food court.

Investigation and suspect search

Police and officials have started an investigation and are checking CCTV footage and witness statements. Authorities also asked the public to share any videos or information from inside the mall during the shooting. The suspects are still not caught, and the investigation is ongoing. Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry said he is working closely with law enforcement and asked people to avoid the area. He also said he is praying for the victims and thanked the police for their quick response.

Louisiana State Police also helped local police and sheriff’s office to control the situation and secure the area, as stated by New York Times. This is the second gun violence incident reported in Louisiana in the same week. Earlier, a very serious case happened in Shreveport where a father killed eight children and injured two women. Authorities called that earlier incident one of the most shocking family-related mass killings.

FAQs

Q1. What happened at the Mall of Louisiana shooting?

A fight between two groups turned into gunfire in the mall food court, injuring at least 10 people.

Q2. Are the suspects in the Louisiana mall shooting caught?

No, the suspects ran away and police are still searching for them.