San Jose Mall Shooting: Police Evacuate Valley Fair Amid Reports of Gunfire, 2 Victims Found
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San Jose police have confirmed that a shooting at Westfield Valley Fair Mall on Friday was an isolated incident, not an active shooter situation. However, officers are still evacuating and clearing the mall to ensure there is no ongoing threat to public safety. Eyewitnesses describe the chaos that unfolded at the mall, with multiple witnesses sharing videos on social media claiming it was an active shooter situation. One witness reported hearing 15 gunshots, while another said the mall was cleared by authorities. Police have located two victims who were transported to a local hospital with gunshot wounds. Authorities have not yet confirmed the identity of the suspect, but the investigation is ongoing. The mall has been placed on lockdown, with witnesses reporting hiding in storage rooms and locked-down stores. Police are urging people to avoid the area while officers investigate and work to ensure everyone's safety. San Jose police initially responded to reports of an active shooter situation, but later clarified that the incident was isolated. The exact circumstances surrounding the shooting are still unclear, and authorities are working to piece together the events of the incident.
