OCALA, Fla. – Ocala police are asking for the public’s help identifying three people connected to an incident that forced the shutdown of Paddock Mall.
Officers responded to the mall just after 1 p.m. Sunday following a report of a shooting. Upon arrival, police said no one had been shot or injured.
Police said someone waved a gun during a heated argument inside the mall. The incident prompted the mall to close temporarily. No word yet on what led to the altercation.
Police have identified three individuals as persons of interest and are working to determine their identities.
Video obtained by News 6 from a bystander outside the mall shows officers on the scene.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Camacho at 352-369-7000. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers of Marion County by calling 352-368-STOP (7867), by dialing **TIPS, or online.
Those who submit a tip through Crime Stoppers that leads to an arrest may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $3,000.