Dallas police responded to a reported disturbance at NorthPark Center on Friday evening, prompting an emergency law enforcement response to the upscale shopping mall in North Dallas.
Officers were called to the scene on North Central Expressway around 7:15 p.m. after reports of an unusual incident that caused concern among shoppers. Initial accounts shared on social media suggested the possibility of gunfire, but police have confirmed that the situation was not a shooting and that no one was injured.
Authorities have described the event as a disturbance rather than an active shooter situation and are continuing to investigate what exactly occurred. At this time, details remain limited as officers work to gather information, interview witnesses, and review any available video footage.
Earlier social media posts about loud sounds or potential gunshots have not been verified by law enforcement. Similar situations have occurred in the past at NorthPark Center, where loud noises—such as fireworks, dropped objects, or construction sounds—were mistaken for gunfire, momentarily triggering panic before being explained by police.
Both Dallas police and mall management have stressed that there is no ongoing danger to the public. Shoppers and visitors present during the response were directed to follow instructions from police and NorthPark security personnel as the area was assessed and secured.
Officials say they will provide updates as more information becomes available and continue to coordinate with mall security as part of the ongoing response and investigation.
If you were in the area and witnessed the event, police encourage you to come forward with any information that may assist in clarifying what happened.