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Gunfire at New Jersey Mall Leads to Chaos, 3 Detained

Eyewitness News ABC7NYJanuary 5, 20262 min21,922 views
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Gunfire Incident at Willowbrook Mall

  • 💥 Gunfire erupted at Willowbrook Mall in Wayne, New Jersey, causing chaos and leading to the mall's evacuation.
  • 🚨 Eyewitness video captured the moment police entered the mall, with shoppers fleeing seconds after a shot was fired.
  • ⚠️ The incident occurred near the food court following an altercation, with at least one shot being fired.

Investigation and Detainees

  • 👮 Officers from multiple agencies responded to the scene.
  • 👤 Three individuals were detained by police.
  • 🔍 Wayne police stated that none of the detained individuals are believed to be the shooter, and the search for the suspect is ongoing.

Public Reaction and Mall Reopening

  • 🛍️ Despite the incident, shoppers expressed a sense of safety due to the increased police presence.
  • 📰 The mall reopened on schedule the following morning, with many shoppers returning.
  • 🗣️ Police are appealing to the public for any information or recordings related to the incident.

Safety and Ongoing Search

  • 🚫 Authorities confirmed there was no lingering threat to public safety after the investigation.
  • 🕵️ The investigation into the shooting and the search for the shooter are still active.
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