Law enforcement agencies are responding to a developing and serious incident at Wolfchase Galleria Mall, located at 2760 N. Germantown Parkway. Multiple people have reportedly been shot, according to unconfirmed early reports, and the mall has been placed on lockdown. Authorities are urging the public to avoid the area while the situation unfolds.
What We Know So Far
The Memphis Police Department has confirmed a response to calls about a shooting inside the mall.
Several people are believed to have been shot, though it’s not yet clear how many or how seriously.
Officers are still securing the scene; details about the suspects or motive remain unverified at this time.
Public Safety Measures
Mall Lockdown: All entrances are reportedly secured; shoppers and staff inside are being kept in place while the investigation proceeds.
Area Avoidance: Local authorities are advising people to stay away from the mall and surrounding parking lots until things are under control.
Police Presence: Multiple law enforcement units are on site, including uniformed patrol and potentially investigative teams.
Community Reaction
Residents and businesses near Wolfchase are on edge as details remain sparse.
Social media is filling with concerned messages from people who say they are sheltering inside stores or attempting to evacuate.
Local news outlets are monitoring the situation, waiting for updates from Memphis PD and mall management.
What’s Next
Police will likely issue a statement once they have secured the scene and have a clearer picture of what transpired.
Witnesses or anyone with relevant information are encouraged to contact Memphis Police or Crime Stoppers.
Media and community members are being asked to follow official sources (MPD, local news) for verified updates — do not share unverified rumors.
As this is an ongoing situation, details are limited. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
