American Dream Mall shooter gunned down one person in New Jersey as terrified shoppers fled and cops hunt suspect
ONE person was gunned down at the American Dream Mall in East Rutherford, New Jersey, said police.
An investigation into the shooting is currently underway but police say that there is only one shooter involved and it is believed to be an isolated incident.
“There is no threat to the public and the incident remains under investigation,” said the New Jersey State Police.
The American Dream Mall was closed after the incident but is scheduled to reopen Friday for regular operating hours.
“At approximately 5:50 p.m., troopers from the New Jersey State Police Meadowlands Station responded to the report of a shooting inside the American Dream Mall,” the NJSP told The US Sun.
“When troopers arrived, they discovered one male victim was shot. The victim, who sustained serious injuries, was taken to an area hospital.”
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The mall was locked down immediately and troopers were able to clear the building and escort customers and employees out.
“Based on the preliminary investigation, detectives determined that only one suspect shot the victim, and detectives believe this to be an isolated incident. There is no threat to the public, and the incident remains under investigation. “
According to NJSP, the shooting has been determined to
“The mall is secure & troopers are in the process of salty removing patrons.” There is an area for people to meet up with their family members and the mall will remain closed.
Governor Phil Murphy and has set up a command post.
“We are closely monitoring the situation, and are praying for those impacted. The public is advised to stay away from the area at this time.”
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shows stores locked down as customers and employees flee to safety.
“Freaking out! WTF is wrong with people?” wrote one person on Twitter. “I’m over here trying to keep my s**t together for our kids while my husband is in lockdown at the American Dream Mall due to active shooter.”
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