Brian Wilson and the injured 12-year-old were taken to different hospitals; Wilson in serious condition with two gunshots to the torso and the 12-year-old in stable condition with a lodged bullet near her spine. Bradford's death, promote peace", "Galleria shooting: Jesse Jackson to deliver E.J. Let's just have an open discussion on what will be the fallout of the Riverchase Galleria shooting. A suspected shootout inside the Riverchase Galleria in Hoover Friday afternoon killed a young boy, who was shot in the head, and injured three others, police confirmed Friday night. "Molly is home now and doing much better.". Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. This is just one step in the process to bring attention to these issues," one speaker said. GOOD MORNING, SARAH. The shooting started around 3:30 p.m. Friday at Riverchase Galleria in Hoover, a subu Had the deadline passed without comment, Chief Derzis would have decided for the council if the information would have been released without the ALEA. 2020 CBS Interactive Inc. All Rights Reserved. I heard two gunshots and a females scream behind me. [3] The Galleria has two large parking decks, with several entrances, attached to the mall. Bradford, the armed individual.. About 200 people marched through an Alabama shopping mall to protest Bradford Jr.'s death, whom police erroneously believed was the gunman who shot and wounded two people. [15] Dave & Buster's[16] and True Religion[17] both opened at the mall in late 2018. ORIGINAL (7/3): Four people have been injured in a shooting at the Riverchase Galleria in Hoover Friday afternoon, according to the Hoover Police Department. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. Police initially said Bradford shot the teen that evening, but later said he was not the gunman. Authorities in Hoover are investigating an officer-involved shooting at the Riverchase Galleria that left one teen dead and two others injured. She's listed in stable condition.The teen injured in the shooting was taken to UAB Hospital and is in serious condition, police said.Hoover Police Chief Nick Derzis said he is "very, very proud" of the response by officers. >> THANK G WE HAD OUR OFFICES REALLY CLOSE AND THEY HEARD THE GUNFIRE. Before, you could look everywhere and just see one [in the mall].. They dont understand the ramifications of their actions., The Riverchase Galleria will remain closed Saturday, according to a press release issued by the mall. A FIGHT BROKE OUT BETWEEN TWO MEN, AN 18-YEAR-OLD AND 21-YEAR-OLD, NEAR FOOT ACTION AT THE SECOND FLOOR AT THE GALLERIA BEFORE 10:00 LAST NIGHT ONE OF THE MEN PULLED OUT A GUN AND SHOT THE OTHER TWICE IN THE TORSO. The shooting set off a wave of protests. [citation needed], Several restaurants are located on out-parcels including Bonefish Grill, J. Alexander's, Stix, and Olive Garden. Please enter valid email address to continue. The Hoover Police Department has released new information in the shooting at the Riverchase Galleria Friday afternoon. While there is no current danger to our community, we will remain closed until further notice.". The teen injured in the shooting was taken to UAB Hospital and is in serious condition, police said. [31] Additional protests throughout the city of Hoover were organized in the following weeks in multiple shopping areas, public interstates, and private residences of Hoover City Officials, some resulting in the arrest of participants. The officers were not hurt. WE HAVE TEAM COVERAGE ON THE SHOOTING. Some of the prohibited activities include: Any activity that threatens the safety of guests, tenants and/or employees. Officials at first. The Galleria is anchored by 4 department stores: JCPenney, Belk, Macy's, and Von Maur. The mother said three people had just come out but since there were more of them, they had to wait for one more person to exit. [42], The city additionally postponed a Christmas tree lighting ceremony that was to take place on November 29 due to threats that the lighting would be protested. In November 2020, the officer who shot Bradford was identified as David Alexander.[44][45]. He was charged with the attempted murder of Wilson. We are working closely with the Hoover Police Department. In 1995, Parisian expanded its store by almost 66%. At least 10 dead after winter storm slams South, Midwest, The Saturday Six: Dental device controversy, scientist's bug find and more, Indonesia fuel depot fire kills 18; more than a dozen missing, Biden had cancerous skin lesion removed last month, doctor says, Duo of 81-year-old women plan to see the world in 80 days, Tom Sizemore, actor known for "Saving Private Ryan" and "Heat," dies at 61, Alex Murdaugh sentenced to life in prison for murders of wife and son. "New evidence now suggests that while Mr. Bradford may have been involved in some aspect of the altercation, he likely did not fire the rounds that injured the 18-year-old victim," Hoover Police Captain Gregg Rector said in a statement. Shopping in Hoover Whether you're a resident of Hoover or just visiting, a trip to Riverchase Galleria is a must when you're in town. A man was shot and killed by a police after a fight at the Riverchase Galleria mall in Hoover, which resulted in gunfire that injured a teen and a 12-year-old girl. Montez Coleman, King Williams and Demetrius Jackson Jr. were all charged in the shooting. Shooting of Emantic Fitzgerald Bradford Jr. "Von Maur Department Store Opens First Location in Alabama", "What mega-mall opened 30 years ago and changed Alabama shopping? In addition, they were not provided with any details of the police shooting until the November 28 meeting. Police have not released the name of the officer who killed Bradford. The latest breaking updates, delivered straight to your email inbox. When they received the all-clear, they were let out an emergency exit into a parking garage, Allgrove said. Emantic Fitzgerald EJ Bradford Jr. was shot and killed Thanksgiving night 2018 inside the Galleria by a police officer who was responding to a shooting. Gregg Rector said. Bradfords shooting death, Two people in custody after police chase, manhunt near Warrior & Hayden, Walker Co. Sheriff's Office responding to lawsuit, Alabama Attorney Generals report regarding the shooting death of E.J. He was born on June 18, 1997. He had aspirations to become a rapper. The details of that proceeding have not yet been released. The fallout of the Riverchase Galleria shooting for Hoover and Greater Birmingham's image (Pelham: credit, how much) User Name: Remember Me: Password : Please register to participate in our discussions with 2 million other members - it's free and quick! Following the initial shooting, two officers from the Hoover Police Department approached and shot an alleged suspect, Emantic Fitzgerald Bradford Jr., who died at the scene, but later clarified to not be the shooter due to a misidentification. Hoover police said Friday morning that the girl was in stable condition. WVTM 13S MARY OCONNELL IS AT THE MALL RIGHT NOW AN INTENSIVE INVESTIGATION IS GOING ON. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. Gregory Davis; Results of the initial autopsy have not been revealed. Royta was heading to the 3rd grade this fall. Among the injured was 8-year-old Royta. Riverchase Galleria, locally known as The Galleria, is a large, super-regional shopping mall and mixed use development in Hoover, Alabama, in the Greater Birmingham metropolitan area. Annalisa Pope, who works at Hollister in the mall, told WBMA-TV in a telephone interview that she heard six to seven shots that "sounded like they were coming from every direction. The 12-year-old injured in the shooting has been released from the hospital but the condition of others is not known. As he creates this gap, Bradford draws his. , ESPECIALLY THE TRAGIC EVENTS OF LAST NIGHT CONSIDERED. MARY HOOVER MAYOR FRANK BROCATO ADDRESSED SHOPPERS CONCERNS LAST NIGHT. Handcuffed and. Two people were shooting at each other, and according to court documents, Officer Alexander fired the fatal shots at E.J. I have children, said Daniel. On June 26, 2019 Hoover police and firefighters responded about 1:30 p.m. to the fifth floor of the North Parking Deck. As Allgrove and his mother made their way to their car to leave the mall he says they saw several officers in front of The Childrens Place, a childrens store. One of the teens, an 18-year-old, was struck and the other tried to flee the area but was confronted by two Hoover police officers. 189K views, 233 likes, 114 loves, 2.3K comments, 1.1K shares, Facebook Watch Videos from WVTM 13: RIGHT NOW: Riverchase Galleria Mall shooting protest [35] One of Bradford's relatives called for the resignation of both Chief Derzis and Hoover Mayor Frank Brocato for their actions shortly after Bradford's death. THE MALL SHUT DOWN FOLLOWING THE EVENTS. Brown fired the first shots in the mall that night. An 8-year-old boy was shot and killed and three others were injured in a shooting at a mall in Hoover, Alabama, on Friday. Bradford Jr., the young man shot by police Thanksgiving night at the Riverchase Galleria. [12][13] The Wynfrey Hotel was renovated and rebranded as a Hyatt hotel, "The Hyatt Regency BirminghamThe Wynfrey Hotel".[14]. Police initially told reporters they thought Bradford had shot the 18-year-old after a fight, but retracted that statement Friday night. Hearst Television participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links to retailer sites. Brocato expressed gratitude for the actions of the officer who killed the shooting suspect. Two adults and another child were also injured. He said they dont yet know definitively what led to the shooting or how many gunmen were involved. Riverchase Galleria mall shooting: Two teens wounded, one shot dead outside Hoover, Alabama mall near Birmingham - CBS News U.S. Police officer kills man after Alabama mall shooting. "She was hurting a lot, but very brave and positive as always," the mother wrote after seeing the girl when she arrived at a hospital. ATLANTA - A man suspected in an Alabama mall shooting that resulted in police killing another black man on Thanksgiving agreed Friday to return home from Georgia to face charges. "[24][25] The report was strongly criticised by Bradford's family. Eight other people were treated by Hoover paramedics for injuries sustained in the subsequent chaos and evacuation of the mall. shooting of 21-year-old Emantic "EJ" Bradford Jr. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Both the family and protesters have demanded that the police release the body camera footage. According to Hoover police, a fight broke out between two teenagers near Footaction and led to an exchange of gunfire. The city leaders apologized to the Bradford family for the shooting and answered what questions they could regarding the events. Bradford, who was in the Army and had goals of becoming a combat engineer, was shot and killed on Nov. 22, 2018, following a shooting in the mall involving someone else. Later in 2005, Saks sold its Proffitt's division including most of the McRae's chain to Belk. [23], The mall reopened the day after the shooting at 6 AM, and the two officers who were involved in the shooting were placed on administrative leave pending the investigation. Look for more updates here on WVTM 13 News. Police responding to a fight inside an Alabama shopping mall shot and killed a man who had brandished a weapon, authorities said Friday. The shooting happened while thousands were getting an early start at the Galleria, the largest mall in Alabama and a popular Black Friday destination for shoppers from around the state. Theres a lot more security than there used to be, Daniel said. THIS IS VIDEO FROM LAST YEAR IT INVOLVED TWO WOMEN OUTSIDE OF BUCKLE. So very, very proud of that.". AT ONE POINT, PAUL MANAGEMENT DID NOT KNOW WHEN THEY WOULD REOPEN, BUT THE HOOVER POLICE, THEY WRAPPED UP THEIR INVESTIGATION INSIDE OVERNIGHT, AND LAW MANAGEMENT DECIDED TO OPEN A SCHEDULED. "He did so as a professional. All of the sudden, shots rang out. But he stepped in to protect thousands, and I'm grateful for that." The shooting happened outside Footaction, on the mall's second floor, at 9:52 p.m. An 18-year-old male was shot and was rushed to UAB Hospitals Trauma Center where he was in serious condition. Its really become a commentary on our society as a whole. Our paramedics quickly provided care with expertise. Police have said they are searching for the original gunman who injured the 18-year-old and 12-year-old. He said they treated the injured and contained the scene in a matter of minutes. Bradford Jr. A gunman opened fire in an Alabama shopping mall, killing an 8-year-old boy and injuring a girl and two adults. In May 2021, Belk closed its Home and Children location. Daniel Lowe, 205-739-6762. They (the shots) just kept going. Police said they "regret that our initial media release was not totally accurate. What happens next with the investigation? announced the unnamed Hoover police officer was justified. It was terrifying because you didnt know where they were, you didnt know if there were going to aim up, you didnt know how many there were, he said. Copyright 2023 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. First published on July 4, 2020 / 8:03 AM. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. We are proud of our personnel tonight.". The report concludes that the shooting of Bradford by Officer Alexander was justified, and no crime was committed. Captain Rector also stated that they believe the initial altercation may have more people involved than originally suspected, and clarified that a separate investigation by the Hoover Police Department would occur for the police shooting. At least 10 dead after winter storm slams South, Midwest, The Saturday Six: Dental device controversy, scientist's bug find and more, Indonesia fuel depot fire kills 18; more than a dozen missing, Biden had cancerous skin lesion removed last month, doctor says, Duo of 81-year-old women plan to see the world in 80 days, Tom Sizemore, actor known for "Saving Private Ryan" and "Heat," dies at 61, Alex Murdaugh sentenced to life in prison for murders of wife and son. The Alabama attorney general's office cleared the officer, saying he acted "reasonably under the circumstances" in the encounter that spanned approximately five seconds. The shooting of 21-year-old Emantic "EJ" Bradford Jr. prompted a series of protests at the mall. Allied Universal Security Services provides a K9 unit. Bradford. Hoover Mayor Frank Brocato said this was an "isolated incident" and "something that could have happened anywhere in the country." I wouldnt say Im religious, I would say Im more spiritual, and the person who did this is going to have to answer for that whether it is to whoever they pray to or if its the streets., This one hits home,' the mother said. "We don't know at this point what led to the shooting or how many gunmen were involved," police Capt. OFFICIALS SAY THE TWO WERE NOT FIGHTING OVER BLACK FRIDAY PRESS CHARGES, SO NO ONE WAS ARRESTED. Among the injured was [] Hoover and state police said Monday that will not happen. "The City of Hoover tweeted at 10:44 p.m. that the "incident at the Galleria has been brought under control by Hoover PD." He did so at the risk of his own life. "One of our Hoover officers did engage that individual, shot him and he is dead on the scene," Cpt. Bradford was the 21-year-old Hueytown man killed by a Hoover policeman at the Riverchase Galleria on Thanksgiving night following a dispute that lead to the shooting of an 18-year-old man and 12-year-old girl. EUNICE: ONE PERSON IS DEAD AND TWO OTHERS WERE WOUNDED IN AN OFFICER INVOLVED SHOOTING LAST NIGHT AT THE GALLERIA IN HOOVER. Beginning today, we will provide weekly updates to news media each Monday by 10:30 a.m. Central time. This page was last edited on 5 February 2023, at 02:47. "We are devastated by the incident that happened tonight in our shopping center. Joiner said she heard six or seven shots and was ordered, along with some other shoppers, into a supply closet for cover. A trail of blood leading to the South Parking deck also was found. This content is imported from Facebook. "You don't see that too often. POLICE TELL US SHE IS STABLE AT CHILDRENS HOSPITAL. Hoover PD says they received calls of shots fired at the mall just after 3:18 p.m. All four victims have been transported to local hospitals with unknown injuries and conditions. Marshals at a relative's home in Fairburn, Georgia, on November 29. Several other people were injured, including a 12-year-old girl. Bradford was holding a legally owned weapon when shot and was not involved in the prior shooting incident, although near the crime scene. The mall reopened Friday morning after being shutdown for hours. July 4, 2020 / 8:03 AM Their conditions were unknown Monday morning. Bradford initially runs in the opposite direction (away from JC Penney), creating a gap between himself and the gunshots. HOOVER, Ala. (WBRC) - An argument inside the Riverchase Galleria on July 3 ended in a shootout that killed an 8-year-old boy and injured 3 others, according to Hoover Police. In March 1987, the mall added its first Macy's store at center court, the company's first store in Alabama. weapon and chambers a round. I AM EUNICE ELLIOTT. Multiple shots were reported near the food court inside the Riverchase Galleria in Hoover. [3] Another African-American man suspected in the first shooting was arrested in Georgia a week later and charged in the shooting of one of those injured. Montez Moses Miracle. Bradford had been white, 'the whole scenario would have played out differently,' mom says", "The Alabama man killed at a mall had a legal gun permit and was trying to help people, his family says", "As family demands to know why police killed man at Alabama mall, Hoover PD clarifies report he 'brandished' gun", "Gunman dead and 2 wounded -- including 12-year-old girl -- in Alabama mall shooting", "Hoover will not release mall shooting video, details due to request from state investigators", "Suspect in Alabama mall shooting captured by U.S. Now you can look everywhere and see a security officer. Gregg Rector said the incident began with a fight between two people, with one man pulling a gun and shooting an 18-year-old man twice in the torso. The gunfire erupted at 3:18 p.m. on the first floor of the state's largest mall. He did so at the risk of his own life. To add to that, at the Riverchase Galleria, three consecutive years of deadly shootings made some feel unsafe in the enclosed mall. Hoover Police Chief Nick Derzis said he is "very, very proud" of the response by officers. At the time I fired my duty weapon, I was in reasonable fear for the lives of the shoppers, my partner and myself. "This is certainly a tragic situation when you have an innocent child who gets caught in the middle of an altercation between others," Derzis said. [40] Derzis revealed on the 3rd that the ALEA had asked city leaders to not reveal critical information while the investigation was in progress. Brown was sentenced to three years in prison and five years of supervised probation. She sustained multiple pelvic fractures, as well as internal bleeding and bleeding of the brain, and she was airlifted to Mobile. Activist Carlos Chaverst on Tuesday said the Hoover protests will continue nightly until they get answers. PatThomasNews/Twitter On November 22, 2018, Emantic Fitzgerald Bradford Jr., an African-American man, was shot three times from behind and killed by Hoover police officer David Alexander on the night of Thanksgiving, at the Riverchase Galleria shopping mall in Hoover, Alabama. "Unfortunately, an indidvual lost his life. Among the injured was 8-year-old Royta Giles Jr. His mother did not want her name used, but spoke to AL.com about what happened. Some forums can only be seen by registered members. The 8-year-old boy was transported to Childrens Hospital by a Hoover Fire Department rescue unit. We will also keep the public informed of any developments through our website and the social media pages belonging to the City and to the Police Department. [5][6] The plans were cancelled in May 2009 after GGP filed for bankruptcy. Advertisement According to Hoover police, a fight broke out between two teenagers near Footaction and led to an exchange of gunfire. Bradford's family for saying he was shooter", "Parents of man killed at Alabama mall 'outraged' by police treatment", "Dozens gather to mourn E.J. All three agencies initially refused to release videos of the event. Belk dissolved the separate Proffitt's organization, and on March 8, 2006, the Proffitt's store at Riverchase became the mall's first Belk store. Emantic Bradford Jr. has been identified as the 21-year-old man shot and killed by Hoover police during a shooting at Riverchase Galleria on Thanksgiving. Update on Molly: Court docs include officers account of E.J. While there is no current danger to our community, we will remain closed until further notice." A copy of Erron Browns indictment was also included. The grandmother of slain E.J. Im confident our police department will find those who are responsible and we will bring them to justice.. Hoover police chief "very, very proud" of officer response, Hoover mayor: "You just don't bring guns into a crowded mall", Black Friday shoppers shaken after terrifying Thanksgiving night at the mall, LISTEN: Hoover Fire and Rescue dispatch audio after deadly mall shooting. According to Hoover police, a fight broke out between two teenagers near Footaction and led to an exchange of gunfire. WE ARE TOLD AN OFFICER SOLVE THE 21-YEAR-OLD WITH A GUN AND SHO HIM. However, changes to security protocols seem to be working and shoppers are reacting. Thus, the Galleria was not only the first mall in Alabama with a Macys but also the last remaining mall in Alabama with a Macys. The Riverchase Galleria will not be the site of a new healthcare facility for the city of Hoover. This is another unfortunate incident involving young people and guns and at some point weve got to get a handle on it,' Carr said. [19], During the investigation into the shooting, an additional gun was found in the "Santa's Village" portion of the Galleria. He pled guilty to two counts of first-degree assault for inuring two people - an 18-year-old man and a 12-year-old girl. [37] A funeral for Bradford was set for December 1 at the Boutwell Memorial Auditorium with Reverend Jesse Jackson to speak. Furthermore, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency took over as lead investigator of the shootings. Since this is pertinent to the Birmingham area, and the area only let's keep it on topic. Hoover police Capt. Khan said the security program is constantly evaluated. Any activity that threatens the well-being of the property. The armed individual was quickly advancing on the two males and had a black handgun in his right hand in a ready to fire position. An 18-year-old was shot twice, and a 12-year-old bystander was shot in the back. A 12-year-old girl was also shot and wounded. Officials initially said . SHE JOINS US NOW WITH HOW PEOPLE ARE FEELING TODAY. E.J. THEY ENGAGED THE SUSPECT AND TOOK OUT THE THREAT. Video posted on social media by shoppers showed a chaotic scene as shoppers fled the mall, which closed for the remainder of Thursday night. @aldotcom pic.twitter.com/7sATk6vVFj, Protestors and activists have gathered in front of the municipal center in Hoover to demand justice for the family of E.J. Updated on: November 24, 2018 / 7:19 AM The mall reopened Friday morning after being shutdown for hours. "You don't see that too often. [16] The 12-year-old was found to have had a rib fractured in the initial shooting, but her spine was undamaged. MARY: WE HAVE REACHED OUT TO LAW MANAGEMENT, AND THEY WILL NOT COMMEN ON AN ACTIVE INVESTIGATION. In that same court document, Officer Alexander stated that he is a graduate of the Tuscaloosa Police Academy and has been a Hoover police officer since 2017. 2018 The Associated Press. She's listed in stable condition. The investigation is currently in the hands of the SBI, which will turn over its findings to the Jefferson County District Attorney. There is no indication the information will be released by officials anytime soon. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. Bradford Jr, Protesters on Monday night stopped traffic on U.S. 31, said the Hoover protests will continue nightly, Buy newspaper front pages, posters and more. (Source: Facebook) Hoover police say investigators believe that more than two individuals were involved in the initial altercation, including 21-year-old Bradford. All Rights Reserved. HOOVER, AL (WBRC) - Hoover police say the 21-year-old man shot and killed Thursday night at Riverchase Galleria "likely did not fire the rounds" that injured an 18-year-old man and struck a 12 . He said he saw a child laying in a pool of blood on the ground with an officer applying first aid to stop the bleeding. Mayor Frank Brocato and Police Chief Nick Derzis held a press briefing Friday night. In July 2020, 8-year-old Royta Giles Jr. was killed in a shooting at the Riverchase Galleria. Protestors carry a sign reading Justice for E.J. during a protest at the Riverchase Galleria in Hoover, Ala., Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. The store had remained vacant since the 2005 closure of McRae's as a result of a lawsuit between the Pizitz family, which had retained ownership of the store real estate after its sale in 1987, and Saks Inc., which inherited the lease obligations of its defunct McRae's operation. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. The bullets all entered from an upward angle and the shot to the head was the fatal shot, entering from the back right of the head and exiting above the left eye. When I heard about the shootings at first, I didnt come for a couple of months, just so it would die down.. Hoover Police Chief Nick Derzis said the child was killed in the afternoon shooting at the Riverchase Galleria. At the Tuesday event, civil rights attorney Benjamin Crump will take the public's questions about the shooting. 2 men found drugged after leaving NYC gay bars were killed, medical examiner says, Pittsburgh woman missing for 31 years found alive in Puerto Rico, School shooting survivor has emotional audition on "American Idol". >> YOU CANNOT LET THINGS LIKE THAT INTERFERE WITH GOES ON ON A DAY-TO-DAY BASIS, ESPECIALLY ON THIS SPECIAL OCCASION. Heres our most recent story: >> WE WILL NEVER DO ANOTHER BLACK FRIDAY AGAIN, EVER . (Carol Robinson). This undated image provided by Emantic Bradford, Sr. shows Emantic Fitzgerald Bradford, Jr., 21, posing for a picture at his father's home near Birmingham, Ala., in his senior year of high school. ", "It felt so close," she said. Buy newspaper front pages, posters and more. When they arrived, they found a man inside a vehicle suffering from a gunshot wound. Two people were shooting at each other, and according to court documents, Officer Alexander fired the fatal shots at E.J. 1 dead, 2 injured in shooting at Riverchase Galleria in Hoover, WEBVTT BREAKING NEWS IS HAPPENING NOW. Bradford, Jr. collapses as it is revealed he was shot in the face by police. Any activity that disrupts our pleasant, family-oriented shopping environment. Two additional suspects have been charged in the murder of 8-year-old Royta De'Marco Giles and the wounding of three victims inside the Riverchase Galleria Friday, July 3. And one adult female victim was transported by ambulance from the Galleria to UAB Hospital. Bradford Jr. "discuss pending or threatening litigation. The CT scan showed that she has a fractured rib, but her spine was not touched. 2 men found drugged after leaving NYC gay bars were killed, medical examiner says, Deadly shooting at Ala. mall on Thanksgiving, Deadly shooting at Alabama mall on Thanksgiving, Death by gun: Top 20 states with highest rates, Pittsburgh woman missing for 31 years found alive in Puerto Rico, School shooting survivor has emotional audition on "American Idol". ", On Monday, Hoover police offered "deepest sympathies" to all affected by the shooting. Around 3:18 P.M., the. You know, senseless violence is not limited to the Riverchase Galleria or Hoover, Alabama,' the mayor said. (Will Blakely contributed to this report.). "This plan focuses on many aspects of mall operations," [] We are here for the family in every way possible, and we ask that everyone lifts the mother, family, and our school community in your prayers.