Turtle Creek Mall Lockdown: Confusion Over Gunfire Reports in Hattiesburg, MS
Turtle Creek Mall in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, was placed on lockdown on Friday.
A tense situation unfolded at Turtle Creek Mall in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, on Friday afternoon when a possible active shooter situation sparked a lockdown. Multiple calls to the Hattiesburg Police Department reported suspected gunfire around 3:30 p.m., prompting a thorough search by authorities. However, after a comprehensive investigation, authorities found no evidence of a shooting, no injuries, and no shell casings. The disturbance was ultimately attributed to a fight inside the mall, which caused loud noises that were mistaken for gunshots. The mall was reopened to the public after the situation was deemed safe. The incident remains under investigation, and authorities are still trying to determine what prompted the initial lockdown. The Hattiesburg Police Department, along with the Forrest and Lamar County Sheriff's Offices, responded to the scene to ensure public safety.
