Active Shooter Reported at The Avenues Mall in Jacksonville

Active Shooter Reported at The Avenues Mall in Jacksonville

Authorities are responding to reports of an active shooter at The Avenues Mall in Jacksonville, prompting a large law enforcement presence and the immediate evacuation and lockdown of the shopping center.

According to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, officers were dispatched after multiple 911 calls reported gunfire inside the mall. Emergency responders quickly arrived on scene and began clearing the building while directing shoppers and employees to safe locations.

Witnesses described chaotic moments as people ran for exits or sheltered inside stores while officers secured the area. Authorities have urged the public to avoid the mall and surrounding roads as the situation remains active.

At this time, officials have not released confirmed details about injuries or identified any suspect. Medical personnel were observed assisting individuals outside the mall, though the extent of any injuries has not been disclosed.

Mall management confirmed the facility is on lockdown and will remain closed until law enforcement determines it is safe to reopen.

Officials are asking anyone with credible information about the incident to contact the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office. Updates are expected as the investigation continues.