The Meridian Township Police Department has a suspect in custody following a shooting at Meridian Mall that resulted in injuries.
Investigators say the suspect is a 19-year-old woman from Lansing who was taken into custody by police Friday evening. The woman's name was not released.
Senior reporter Danny Valle spoke with Chief Rick Grillo, who confirmed that at 1:25 PM, multiple shots were fired outside the parking lot of Dicks Sporting Goods.
According to police, some of the Involved parties have been identified and interviewed at an area hospital. Two people suffered gunshot wounds as a result of this incident.
Police say other parties involved had took off from the area prior to the arrival of the police.
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Police are unsure how many people were involved in the situation. There were no indications of violence inside the mall itself.
Chief Grillo said there is currently no threat to the public, and an investigation is underway.
The Meridian Mall is open for business. A portion of the parking lot remains closed to the public as it is a crime scene.
The investigation into this incident is ongoing. The Meridian Township Police Department is asking neighbors to help in identifying two vehicles believed to be involved in the incident. Police described the first vehicle as a burgundy sedan, possibly a Chrysler 300 or Toyota Camry with dark tinted windows and dark colored rims. The second vehicle is described as a black sedan, possibly a Chevy Malibu with tinted windows.
Anyone who has information regarding this incident is urged to contact the Meridian Township Police Department at 517.853.4800. Information can also be directed to Detective Sergeant Brian Canen at canen@meridian.mi.us, or an anonymous tip can be submitted through the Department’s social media platforms.
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