Overview
- The shooting occurred Saturday afternoon at Haywood Mall on Haywood Road and prompted a large police and sheriff’s office response that secured and began clearing the building.
- Officers confirmed two people with gunshot injuries were transported to hospital and said both victims were receiving medical care and described as stable.
- Several people were detained at the scene, including at least one 17-year-old, and detectives are collecting evidence and witness statements as the probe continues.
- Authorities said no additional shots were fired after officers arrived and they set up a Dillard’s parking garage pickup point with Greenlink buses to assist evacuees.
- Social media posts and eyewitness accounts circulated unverified active-shooter claims while officials repeatedly warned details were limited and cautioned the public that the investigation is ongoing.