Crime
Shots fired at Northtown Mall in Blaine, police found casings and are searching for suspects
There are still no confirmed reports of gunshot injuries.
Multiple agencies responded to reports of gunfire at Northtown Mall, where 4-5 male suspects armed with handguns opened fire in the food court and outside the mall.
There are no immediate reports of injuries, but officers are securing the mall, searching for victims, and establishing a perimeter.
As of 3:28 PM, police were evacuating people from the mall. Initial reports indicate at least two groups of suspects exchanged fire inside the mall before fleeing north and out the western side near SkyZone.
A potential suspect vehicle is described as a grey regular-cab Chevy Silverado or Toyota pickup truck with an unknown license plate.
It was last seen leaving the area of Cub southeast of the mall at a high speed.
Officers have located shell casings and bullet fragments in the parking lot between the mall and SkyZone, as well as outside door #3.
Efforts are underway to close down the parking lot and preserve the scene for evidence.
There are still no confirmed reports of gunshot injuries.
TAUNTON, Mass. โ One person was killed and seven others were injured in an overnight shooting at a house party in Taunton, Massachusetts, authorities said.
The shooting happened at approximately 12:35 a.m. Sunday at a residence in the 261 Weir Street area. Taunton police officers responded after receiving multiple 911 calls reporting gunshots.
When officers arrived, they found several people suffering from gunshot wounds. Investigators were also informed that additional victims had already been transported to area hospitals for medical treatment.
Authorities ultimately identified eight shooting victims, all of whom were reportedly in their early 20s.
One of the victims, 22-year-old Zirovick Depina of Brockton, was pronounced dead early Sunday morning, according to the Bristol County District Attorneyโs Office.
Of the seven surviving victims, one remains in serious but stable condition, while the others suffered injuries that were considered non-life-threatening. Their identities have not been publicly released.
The shooting occurred during a gathering at the residence. Images from the scene showed a tent and tables in the yard, along with white balloons and what appeared to be a photo backdrop near a garage.
A neighbor told authorities that large gatherings and loud parties had reportedly been common at the residence.
The home is located about a mile from the Taunton Police Department headquarters. The neighbor expressed concern about the shooting occurring in the area, particularly given the late-night activity.
The investigation is being conducted by Taunton Police, Massachusetts State Police detectives assigned to the Bristol County District Attorneyโs Office, and other investigative units. Detectives are working to determine what led to the gunfire and identify those responsible.
Anyone with information about the shooting is urged to contact Taunton police or investigators with the Bristol County District Attorneyโs Office.
The investigation remains active and ongoing, and additional information is expected as authorities continue gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.