Reports of Possible Shooting at Stroud Mall Spark Panic, Heavy Police Presence:

Reports of a possible shooting near Stroud Mall, located at 344 Stroud Mall Road in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, caused fear and confusion among shoppers and local residents on December 13. The incident was reported just hours after news spread of a tragic mass shooting at Brown University, which had already put many people on edge. Several people on social media claimed there was a heavy police presence at the Stroud Mall, especially near the ShopRite area. One individual said they were stopped by a security guard while trying to enter the mall. According to them, the guard warned that there had been “a shooting at the front” of the mall and told people to turn around. The same person added that they saw police officers carrying AR-15 style rifles, which increased their concern. They said they did not stay long and left the area as quickly as possible. In their message, they urged others to stay away from the area and remain safe, saying they did not have any more confirmed information. Another social media page claimed that the suspected shooter fled the scene before police arrived. However, this information has not been confirmed by officials. At this time, authorities have not released any official statement about the incident. There is no confirmed information about whether anyone was injured, how many people may have been involved, or if a shooting actually occurred. The severity of injuries, if any, is also unknown. Police have not confirmed details about a suspect or possible arrest. Several people shared their experiences online as the situation unfolded. One user on X (formerly Twitter) said they were inside the Stroud Mall watching Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair when everyone was suddenly evacuated. They claimed the evacuation was due to an active shooter report. The user ended their post by expressing frustration and shock at the situation. Others reacted on Facebook, sharing messages of concern and support. One person simply wrote, “Stay safe.” Another said they hoped no one was hurt. Some users asked for more details, saying they heard about the situation through police scanners and noticed a strong law enforcement presence at the mall. As of now, the situation remains unclear, and much of the information circulating online is unverified. Police are expected to provide updates once the situation is fully assessed. Residents are advised to avoid spreading rumors, rely on official sources, and remain cautious until authorities release confirmed details. Anyone with verified information is encouraged to contact local law enforcement. This is a developing story, and updates will be shared as more information becomes available.

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