BREAKING: Fatalities have been confirmed and at least nine people were transported to local hospitals after a shooting at an outdoor outlet ball in Texas, authorities say.
Multiple law enforcement agencies responded to the Allen Premium Outlets in Allen, a northern suburb of Dallas. The Allen Police Department earlier confirmed to ABC News they were responding to an active shooter incident at the mall.
"We believe he acted alone. And we don't believe that there's another threat at this time," Harvey told reporters.At least nine people were transported from the scene to local hospitals, according to Allen Fire Chief Jonathan Boyd. "He heard gunshots, went to the gunshots engaged the suspect and neutralized the suspect," Harvey said.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott issued a statement in response to a shooting at the mall, saying he has offered"the full support of the State of Texas to local officials to ensure all needed assistance and resources are swiftly deployed, including DPS officers, Texas Rangers, and investigative resources."
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