A popular shopping mall in Red Deer, Alberta was placed on lockdown on Saturday night after reports of a weapon sighting. According to local authorities, the incident occurred around 7:30 pm at the Parkland Mall, located on 67 Street.
Eyewitnesses reported seeing a man carrying a weapon inside the mall, prompting the mall’s security team to immediately contact the police. The mall was quickly evacuated and a perimeter was set up around the area.
The Red Deer RCMP arrived on the scene and conducted a thorough search of the mall, but no weapon or suspect was found. The lockdown was lifted after approximately two hours, and the mall was declared safe for the public to re-enter.
In a statement, the Red Deer RCMP assured the public that they take all reports of weapons seriously and will always respond with the utmost caution. They also thanked the mall’s security team for their quick and efficient response in handling the situation.
The incident caused some panic and confusion among shoppers, with many taking to social media to share their experiences. However, no injuries were reported and the situation was resolved without any further incident.
The Red Deer RCMP is continuing to investigate the incident and is asking anyone with information to come forward. They can be reached at 403-343-5575 or through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
The Parkland Mall has since resumed its regular business hours and is open to the public. The safety and security of shoppers and employees remain a top priority for the mall’s management, and they are working closely with the authorities to ensure the incident is thoroughly investigated.
This is a developing story and we will provide updates as more information becomes available. We urge the public to remain calm and to contact the authorities if they have any information regarding the incident.
