The Sangertown Square Mall in New Hartford, N.Y. Photo: google maps
A quiet afternoon at a New York shopping mall took a terrifying turn when gunfire sent shoppers running for their lives. The incident, which unfolded at Sangertown Square Mall in New Hartford on Saturday, March 1, was caught on security footage, capturing the chaos as people scrambled for safety.
Shots Fired, Shoppers Flee
According to state police, multiple shots rang out around 12:45 p.m. local time. Surveillance footage shows people inside a hair salon looking around in confusion as the first shots echoed through the mall. As the reality of the situation set in, panic spread—customers bolted for the exits, and one woman was heard desperately calling out for her child before they reunited and ran to safety.
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Authorities quickly evacuated the mall and launched an investigation. Police confirmed that one man was injured in the shooting and was taken to Wynn Hospital for treatment. However, he has reportedly been uncooperative with investigators.
Not a Random Attack, Suspect Still at Large
While the shooter remains on the run, New Hartford Town Supervisor Paul Miscione reassured the public that this was not a random act of violence.
“We don’t know the motive yet, but law enforcement is reviewing every security camera to track down the suspect,” Miscione said.
Although authorities insist this is not an active shooter situation, they continue to urge locals to stay away from the area as the investigation unfolds.
