Georgia mall closes after shots fired inside, officials say

AUGUSTA, Ga. — Deputies are investigating after gunshots were fired inside a Georgia mall.

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The Augusta Mall is closed after shots were allegedly fired inside the business.

According to WJBF, Richmond County dispatch said they received a shots fired call just before 2 p.m.

Dispatchers tell WJBF that first responders are currently at the mall, but it is unknown if anyone has been injured.

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No other details have been released. Officials have not said when the mall would be reopened.

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