TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — September 5, 2026 — One person was reportedly injured after gunfire was reported at Governor’s Square Mall in Tallahassee Saturday afternoon, prompting a major police response and the evacuation of the shopping center.

According to preliminary information attributed to the Tallahassee Police Department, the incident occurred in the Dillard’s underground parking lot at the mall on Apalachee Parkway. One person was transported to a trauma center following the reported shooting.

One Person Transported to Trauma Center

Police said one person was taken to a trauma center after the reported gunfire. Additional information about the victim’s identity and condition was not immediately released.

The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear, and authorities have not publicly explained what led to the incident.

Governor’s Square Mall Evacuated

The mall was evacuated as law enforcement officers responded and worked to secure the area.

People in the Tallahassee area were urged to avoid Governor’s Square Mall while officers continued their investigation. Anyone near the scene was advised to follow directions from police and emergency personnel.

The reported shooting prompted a substantial emergency response, with law enforcement working to determine whether there was any continuing threat to the public.

No Arrest Confirmed

No arrest had been publicly confirmed at the time of the latest available information.

Authorities had also not released details about a possible suspect, motive or whether the person responsible remained in the area.

While the incident has been described in some reports as an active-shooter situation, officials had not independently confirmed that classification in the initial information available. It is therefore important to distinguish the reported gunfire from an official determination of an active-shooter event.

Investigation Underway

Tallahassee police are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the reported shooting.

Investigators are expected to gather evidence, speak with witnesses and determine exactly what occurred in the mall’s parking area. Additional information concerning the victim, suspect and circumstances of the shooting may be released as the investigation develops.

For now, members of the public are being asked to stay away from Governor’s Square Mall and allow law enforcement and emergency crews to complete their work.

This is a developing story. Further details will be added as authorities provide verified updates.