Killeen, TX active shooter – A shooting at Killeen Mall has left two individuals injured, prompting authorities to place the area on lockdown. The incident unfolded earlier this afternoon, causing panic among shoppers and employees who scrambled for safety.
According to initial reports, law enforcement responded to the scene after receiving multiple 911 calls about gunshots within the mall. Upon arrival, officers discovered two victims with gunshot wounds. Their conditions remain undisclosed at this time, and both have been transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Authorities have not yet identified the shooter or revealed a possible motive. The mall has been secured, and police are actively searching the premises to ensure public safety. All entrances and exits have been blocked as part of the lockdown procedure, and officers are interviewing witnesses to piece together the events leading to the incident.
Local businesses near the mall have also been advised to shelter in place while investigations continue. Shoppers and employees inside the mall are being gradually evacuated under the supervision of law enforcement.
Killeen Police Chief has urged the public to avoid the area until further notice and asked anyone with information about the shooting to contact the department’s hotline.
This is a developing story, and updates will follow as more details emerge.
