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18-year-old Teryus Thomas killed in shooting at the Citadel Mall on Christmas Eve
No arrests had been made as of Thursday morning.
Update: On Thursday, the Colorado Springs police disclosed the arrest of a suspect connected to the Christmas Eve shooting at the Citadel Mall.
Josiah Brown, 22, was apprehended on Wednesday and is facing charges of Murder in the First Degree, Attempted Murder, and Assault.
The incident unfolded when a fight erupted between two groups, escalating to gunfire that injured three individuals.
Tragically, 18-year-old Teryus Thomas was found deceased at the scene. Presently, Brown is detained in the El Paso County Jail with a bond set at $1,000,000.
Original Report:
The Citadel Mall in Colorado Springs witnessed a tragic incident on Sunday evening, resulting in one fatality and three individuals being hospitalized due to a shooting.
The Colorado Springs Police have apprehended multiple potential suspects related to the shooting and are currently determining whether the actual shooter is among those detained on the scene.
Authorities assure the public that the situation is under control, and there is no ongoing threat to the community.
Witnesses describe a substantial police presence both inside and outside the mall, and as a precaution, shoppers are advised to avoid the area while the Colorado Springs Police process the scene.
According to CSPD, the incident originated from a confrontation between two groups inside the mall around 4:30 PM.
It is emphasized that this was not an active shooter situation. As a result of the incident, the Citadel Mall has been closed for the evening, and the area has been declared safe and cleared by law enforcement.
Witnesses note a significant police presence both within and around the Citadel Mall, prompting authorities to advise shoppers to steer clear while the Colorado Springs Police handle the aftermath.
CSPD clarifies that the disturbance, occurring just past 4:30 PM, resulted from a confrontation between two groups within the mall, emphasizing that it was not an active shooter scenario.
As a precautionary measure, the Citadel Mall has been closed for the evening, and law enforcement has cleared the scene.
This is a developing story that will be updated when more information is available.
