Shooting incident sparks lockdown at West Edmonton Mall
Shooting incident sparks lockdown at West Edmonton Mall
- Record_IDVB2809
- Title:Shooting incident sparks lockdown at West Edmonton Mall
- Tags:shooting, incident, lockdown, Edmonton, mall, victims, injuries, police, tactical unit, safety, alarms, shelter, vehicles, investigation, targeted, video, capture, tense, response, urgent
- Category:News
- Filming Location:Edmonton, Alberta
- Country:Canada
- Description:A shooting incident at West Edmonton Mall on August 21, 2023, led to a tense lockdown situation as captured in a video by @yanndumont88. The mall, located in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, was placed under lockdown after the reported shooting at around 7:40 p.m. Three male victims sustained serious gunshot wounds and were promptly taken to the hospital. Authorities, including a police tactical unit, swiftly responded to secure the shopping center and ensure the safety of those present. Alarming alarms echoed throughout the mall, followed by an urgent message advising people to seek shelter or return to their vehicles. The Edmonton Police Service confirmed that the lockdown was lifted around 10 p.m. Police investigations are ongoing, with indications suggesting that the shooting was targeted in nature.
- Appearance Release Status:None
