dailyloe.com – Heavy police activity occurred at Summit Mall in Fairlawn, Ohio, on Friday due to unconfirmed reports of a possible shooting. The incident led to panic among shoppers, but authorities have yet to confirm if a shooting actually took place.
Journalist Jordan Miller reported an active situation at Summit Mall in Akron. Some shoppers informed him they were locked in a storage area for at least 20 minutes while police responded to the scene.
Herald Nation, a social media page covering Ohio, stated, “Reports of shots fired at Summit Mall. At this time, no victims have been reported and a suspect is reportedly in custody.” An Akron Police Department firearms K-9 unit was dispatched to assist with the situation.
The mall was closed during the ongoing investigation. Witnesses and local residents shared accounts on social media, noting the significant police presence in the area.
One witness urged others to avoid Summit Mall, describing a massive police presence due to the reported shooting. Another individual mentioned shopping at the mall when they learned about the situation.
A third witness claimed there was a shooting at the mall and indicated a search for a gunman. Another account described an unsettling encounter at the mall shortly before the lockdown.
This witness noted a strange interaction with an individual who appeared unsettling before the news of the shooting broke. They expressed concern over the situation unfolding rapidly.
Another observer, who works in the plaza, described witnessing the arrest of a suspect amid a large police response. They reported seeing numerous police vehicles from various jurisdictions, including Akron and Fairlawn.
