Several people were shot and others were being treated for medical emergencies after a multiple shooting Wednesday evening at Oglethorpe Mall in Savannah.
Savannah Police Lenny Gunther told WSAV that three people were shot, two young adults and one juvenile. Three others were transported to Memorial Health for medical emergencies, according to police statements posted on social media.
It was not an active shooting situation, Gunther said. The shooting was reportedly between two groups and started inside a store, then moved outside of the mall.
Statement on shooting from Savannah Mayor Van Johnson
Today, our community experienced an incident of gun violence at Oglethorpe Mall. At least three individuals sustained injuries and were transported to local hospitals with what thankfully appear to be non-life-threatening injuries. Additionally, there was three medical emergencies at the scene that was not related to the gunfire. They have been transported as well and remain in our prayers.
I want to be clear: this was not a random act of violence, nor was it an active shooter situation.
The Savannah Police Department, with the cooperation of the Savannah Fire Department and our local partners, conducted an intensive sweep of the mall to ensure the safety of everyone present. Their investigation into this incident is ongoing.
I extend my cooperation to the Chatham County Sheriff, Richard Coleman, the Chatham County Police Department, the Chatham Emergency Management Agency, Chatham Emergency Medical Services and everyone who showed up to assist. We are one community and we show up together.
Let me assure our residents and visitors: we will find those responsible, and we will hold them accountable to the fullest extent of the law.
We remain committed to ensuring that Savannah is a safe place to live, work, shop, and visit.
