A prank led to multiple reports of shots fired Sunday night at the Chicago Ridge Mall, south suburban authorities said.
In a Facebook post, the Chicago Ridge Police Department said that around 7:20 p.m., officers responded to shots fired at the mall, 444 Ridgeland Ave. Officers arrived on scene and did not observe any signs of a shooting, authorities said. .
“Witnesses at the mall reported hearing a single loud boom followed by several individuals running toward the exits,” police said in a Facebook post.
After an initial investigation, authorities determined it was a prank and “nothing indicates” it was a shooting. No injuries were reported, police said.
As of Sunday evening, authorities were investigating and working to identify those responsible for the prank. Anyone with information was asked to contact the Chicago Ridge Police Department at 708-425-7831.
