Panic Erupts at Sangertown Mall in New York After Shooting Incident
A shooting at Sangertown Mall in New Hartford, New York, sent shoppers into a frenzy on Saturday, with people rushing for cover in various parts of the mall. The terrifying event was caught on video as patrons scrambled to safety after what initially sounded like gunshots rang out.
Chaos Unfolds as Gunshots Ring Out
Shoppers were going about their day when they suddenly heard multiple gunshots. In a split second, chaos erupted inside the mall. In one clip, people inside a hair salon were unsure at first what they had heard, but quickly responded, crowding into the back of the store to take cover. Among the panicked crowd, one woman was heard screaming for her daughter, and fortunately, they were reunited in the chaos.
Shoppers Rush to Safety
As the situation unfolded, many people sprinted out of stores, flooding the hallway in a rush to exit the mall. In another video, a family is seen entering the salon and barricading themselves inside the bathroom for protection.
