Multiple police units are on the scene of a double shooting inside the Saint Louis Galleria Mall, near the Dillard’s entrance.
In a disturbing live video that was captured by a shopper, two injured, young black males can be seen laying on the ground by a stopped escalator. Their conditions have not been released.
Photo by Ann Billingsley
Shortly after the shooting, Richmond Heights Police Department released the following short statement on Twitter: “We are currently investigating an incident at the Saint Louis Galleria Mall. It is closed until further notice. Please avoid the area. We will update as we receive more information.”
St. Louis County police, who are still on the scene, released another statement saying that the mall remains closed. The search for suspects continues.