US: Police investigating shooting incident at Northpark Mall in Ridgeland, Mississippi, Aug. 12

Event

Authorities are investigating a shooting incident at Northpark Mall in Ridgeland, Mississippi, Aug. 12. Preliminary reports indicate the incident has left at least one person injured. Police and emergency responders remain at the scene as of 18:41. Officials have advised nearby residents to avoid the area and will likely provide updates over the coming hours.

Officials are maintaining a heightened security posture in the impacted area. Associated localized transport disruptions are likely.

Advice

Avoid the scene of the incident until authorities issue the all-clear. Allow additional travel time near the impacted area.