Law enforcement agencies responded to reports of a shooting at the Sunvalley Shopping Center, located at 1 Sun Valley Mall in Concord, California, following what officials described as a fight involving weapons.
According to initial reports, multiple individuals were seen fleeing the mall after gunshots were allegedly heard near the mall’s entrance. A witness, who asked to remain anonymous, described the scene as chaotic and fast-moving.
The witness stated that a physical altercation involving at least five people broke out, and that some of those involved appeared to be armed. During the confrontation, a shot was reportedly fired, prompting shoppers and employees inside the mall to run for safety.
Multiple law enforcement agencies were dispatched to the scene and secured the area as part of an active investigation. Officers conducted sweeps of the mall and surrounding areas while working to determine the sequence of events and identify those involved.
As of the time of publication, authorities have not confirmed any injuries or fatalities. Officials have urged the public to avoid the mall while the investigation remains ongoing.
Police have indicated that more information will be released as it becomes available.
