Brandon Mall Shooting: HCSO Investigating Accidental Shooting at Brandon Town Center Mall

Brandon Mall Shooting: HCSO Investigating Accidental Shooting at Brandon Town Center Mall

According to police reports, Just after 3:30 on Saturday, the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of a suspected shooting at the Brandon Town Center Mall.

Deputies said that after viewing security tape after arriving on the site, they found evidence that a woman had unintentionally fired a revolver while reaching for something in her purse.

The woman was at the counter in the food court, picking up food, when she leaned over.

While reviewing surveillance footage, deputies discovered the woman accidentally firing a gun when reaching inside her purse.

The woman and the other individuals fled the scene out of the food court and into the mall parking lot.

Deputies have not located anyone who has been hurt at this time. The woman with the gun was located, but no charges have been filed.

According to detectives, the woman then ran off into the parking lot.

No injuries associated with this incident have been documented, according to the police.

The involved woman has been found by the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office, but no charges have been filed as of yet.

“Every day, our deputies put their lives on the line to protect our communities and today was no different. Sheriff Chad Chronister said. “Our agency’s dedication and swift response to this incident demonstrates our commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of our citizens.”

Investigations into this occurrence are ongoing.

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