Local and federal law enforcement agencies responded to the Mall of Louisiana in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Thursday, after gunfire broke out inside the shopping center’s food court and innocent shoppers were caught in the crossfire.
The Baton Rouge Police Department confirmed at least 10 people were wounded, according to Baton Rouge Police Chief Thomas Morse.
All 10 victims were taken to city hospitals, according to Baton Rouge Mayor-President Sid Edwards.
Morse said the shooting unfolded after two people got into an argument in the courtyard of the food court and started shooting at each other, and innocent bystanders were caught in the middle.
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Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill said “a weapon or weapons” were discharged during the incident.
It was unclear whether any suspects had been detained as of 3:20 p.m. local time.
FBI New Orleans and Louisiana State Police confirmed to Fox News Digital they are responding to assist.
“@FBINewOrleans and agents out of our Baton Rouge RS are continuing to assist our partners with the investigation on today’s shooting at the Mall of Louisiana,” FBI Director Kash Patel wrote in a statement on X. “Please pray for the victims and their families — and we will update as able.”
Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry asked the public to avoid the area, as the investigation remains active.
“Sharon and I are praying for those affected and are grateful for a quick response by our law enforcement officials,” Landry said.
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The East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office did not immediately respond to inquiries from Fox News Digital.
Murrill said she has spoken to East Baton Rouge District Attorney Hillar Moore, who is monitoring the situation.
The Mall of Louisiana is the largest mall in the state and the sole regional mall in Baton Rouge.
Anyone with information about the shooting is urged to contact Crime Stoppers at 344-STOP.
This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.
