The Gist: A heated argument at Sugarloaf Mills Mall escalated into gunfire, causing panic but leaving no injuries.
What Happened?: On Saturday, August 5, at about 7:09 p.m., officers at Sugarloaf Mills Mall were alerted by gunshots. As they rushed towards the sound, mall-goers fled in fear, with some calling 911 about a potential active shooter.
The scene was chaotic, but officers soon found that the incident stemmed from a dispute between two suspects and a shoe kiosk employee. The disagreement turned physical, leading one or both suspects to fire shots. Thankfully, no one was hurt.
What’s Next?: Gwinnett County Police detectives are on the hunt for the two suspects. One was seen in black pants, a black t-shirt, with short hair and a backpack. The other wore white or tan shorts, a black t-shirt, and had slightly longer hair. Anyone with information is urged to contact the detectives at 770-513-5300. For those wishing to remain anonymous, they can reach out to Crime Stoppers at 404-577-TIPS or go to www.stopcrimeATL.com. There’s a cash reward for tips leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.
Case Number: 23-0060605.
⚠️ Reminder: Crime articles contain only charges and information from police reports and law enforcement statements. Suspects and defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
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