Live Updates: Boise mall shooting leaves 2 dead and 4 injured
get the free appAt least two people were killed and four were injured, including a police officer, in a shooting at a mall in Boise, Idaho, authorities said Monday. Police said the suspect was taken into custody.
Police Chief Ryan Lee said police responded to reports of shots fired at the Boise Towne Square mall on Monday afternoon. Upon arriving on the scene, officers found someone matching the suspect's description and exchanged gunfire, resulting in the officer's injury and the suspect's apprehension.
Lee did not provide additional details about the shooting, citing the ongoing investigation. He did not say anything about a possible motive.
Police said they believe the suspect was the only shooter and there is no further danger to the public. The majority of the mall has been cleared, but the investigation remains ongoing.
"Never should one have to, or does one expect when they're saying goodbye to a loved one who is headed to work, who is headed out to shop, that they'll get a call like they did today," Mayor Lauren McLean told reporters. "Countless people found themselves in a situation they never would have — or should have — expected."
Mall will be closed Tuesday out of "respect for our community"
Brookfield Properties, which owns the mall where the shooting occurred, said the Boise Towne Square would close Tuesday out of "respect for our community."
"We are heartbroken and are working closely with the Boise Police Department as they investigate the circumstances that led to this terrible tragedy," the company said in a statement, adding, "This is devastating for our entire community, and our thoughts are with the victims' family and friends during this unimaginable time."
Idaho governor condemns "unthinkable" shooting
Idaho Governor Brad Little said Monday that the victims of the "unthinkable" shooting were in his prayers.
"Idahoans are deeply appreciative of our brave men and women of law enforcement and our first responders," he tweeted.
At least 2 killed and 4 injured, police say
At least two people were killed and at least four others were injured in the shooting, authorities said in a news conference Monday. One of the injured people is a police officer.
Officers move store-by-store to clear scene
Police are now walking through the mall "to clear each business." Authorities said the process is "expected to take a little while," and did not provide additional information about the shooting.
"Officers continuing to work their way through the mall to clear each business. It is expected to take a little while," the department tweeted. "We have no further information indicating additional threats at this time."
Police responding to reports of shots fired
Police said they are responding to multiple reports of shots being fired at the mall, and are now working to secure the scene.
