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One Arrested, Another Sought in Deadly Mall of Louisiana Shooting
Police say six people were shot after an argument between two groups, and the mall remains closed as investigators expect more arrests.
- On Friday, Baton Rouge Police Chief Thomas Morse Jr. announced the arrest of 17-year-old Markel Lee, who faces first-degree murder charges following Thursday's shooting at the Mall of Louisiana that killed 17-year-old Martha Odom.
- The shooting stemmed from a targeted dispute between two groups in the food court, which Chief Morse described as a non-random act of violence rather than a random attack.
- Five other individuals were injured, including one in critical condition, after being struck as "innocent victims that got caught in the crossfire," Morse said.
- Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry vowed to hold those responsible accountable, while Baton Rouge police continue searching for a second unidentified suspect captured on surveillance footage.
- The Mall of Louisiana remained closed Friday out of respect for victims as the city continues its "Group Violence Intervention" strategy to reach at-risk youth.
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