It happened just before 3 p.m. Sunday as the mall was crowded with shoppers - there was an emergency call for a possible shooter. Police, choppers and firefighters all responded.
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One person posted on social media about being locked down in a shoe store with the gates closed, waiting for the all clear.
Numerous stores were also closed for protection.
Police were still searching the mall hours later, but they confirm there was no gunman and no shooting. There was a fight in the food court between several men.
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The events left innocent shoppers and workers quite shaken.
One man is in custody. Another man was taken to the hospital with minor injuries. The mall has since reopened.
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