There are reports of an active shooter at the Mall of Louisiana.
According to reports, at least six people were injured, two critically.
Police are looking for possibly two shooters.
Video posted to X showed shooting victims being wheeled out on stretchers.
WAFB reported:
The Baton Rouge Police Department confirmed two people are in critical condition and multiple others have been hurt following a shooting at the Mall of Louisiana.
The shooting is believed to have happened near the food court.
Sources say it is not an active shooting situation and involved two groups of people.
Paramedics have been called to the scene. EMS confirmed a total of 6 victims have been taken to the hospital. They are setting up a triage near JCPenney.
Police are looking for one to two shooters.
Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry said he is aware of an active shooter scene at the Mall of Louisiana.
“I am aware of the active shooter scene at the Mall of Louisiana. I am in coordination with law enforcement and we will update as we know more. Please avoid the area,” Governor Landry said.
“Sharon and I are praying for those affected and are grateful for a quick response by our law enforcement officials,” he said.
I am aware of the active shooter scene at the Mall of Louisiana. I am in coordination with law enforcement and we will update as we know more. Please avoid the area.
Sharon and I are praying for those affected and are grateful for a quick response by our law enforcement…
— Governor Jeff Landry (@LAGovJeffLandry) April 23, 2026
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