Overview
- Henrico County Police responded around 7:10 p.m. Saturday to reports of a large fight at Short Pump Town Center, prompting an evacuation and early closure.
- Police said no shots were fired and no injuries were reported as social-media videos of a heavy police presence briefly fueled shooting fears.
- Crime Insider sources reported an estimated 75 to 100 juveniles were involved as the altercation began inside the mall and spilled into nearby areas, including a Kroger shopping center.
- At least one teen was arrested, according to sources, and detectives are reviewing a flyer titled “Short Pump Mall Takeover” as they probe whether the incident was planned.
- The mall said it is operating as normal on Sunday, and anyone with information is urged to contact Henrico County Police, Crime Stoppers, or submit tips via the P3Tips app.