Three people shot dead in Christiana Mall food court in Delaware

On Saturday, a shooting occurred at Christiana Mall located in a northern community near Pennsylvania, prompting the evacuation and closure of the mall.

Delaware State Police are currently investigating the incident and have asked people to avoid the area.

According to FOX3 sources, at least three people were shot in the food court and the shooter remains at large.

For anyone responding to the mall to locate someone, an assembly site has been set up at the north entrance by the AT&T store, according to police.

Further information is currently not available and Delaware State Police thanked the public for their patience as they gathered more details regarding the incident.

We can confirm that there are 3 victims who were shot and transported to an area hospital for medical attention. There are currently no public safety concerns at Christiana Shopping Center and surrounding areas. Please continue to avoid the area while DSP gathers more information.

— Delaware State Police (@DEStatePolice) April 9, 2023

The mall is located at 132 Christiana Mall in Newark, Delaware.

This is a developing story that will be updated when more information becomes available.

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