[14] When it was reported that the 21-year-old deceased victim was not the perpetrator, the family of the victim raised demands that the Hoover, Alabama Mayor and Police Chief step down. Police are reviewing surveillance tapes but also are asking any witnesses to come forward. The shooting set off a wave of protests. He did so at the risk of his own life. HOOVER, Ala. -- A police officer killed a 21-year-old man after a Thanksgiving night shooting at an Alabama shopping mall. At the time I fired my duty weapon, I was in reasonable fear for the lives of the shoppers, my partner and myself. [3] The same year, the Pizitz chain was acquired by McRae's and subsequently renamed. Let's just have an open discussion on what will be the fallout of the Riverchase Galleria shooting. The officer was responding to reports of gunfire, and Bradford was shot around five seconds after the initial shots were fired. THIS IS VIDEO FROM LAST YEAR IT INVOLVED TWO WOMEN OUTSIDE OF BUCKLE. Any activity that disrupts our pleasant, family-oriented shopping environment. A woman who described herself as the mother of the injured 12-year-old posted on social media that the girl was on a Black Friday shopping trip with other family members when the shooting happened, and didn't immediately realize that the pain in her back was from a bullet. Bradford had been white, 'the whole scenario would have played out differently,' mom says", "The Alabama man killed at a mall had a legal gun permit and was trying to help people, his family says", "As family demands to know why police killed man at Alabama mall, Hoover PD clarifies report he 'brandished' gun", "Gunman dead and 2 wounded -- including 12-year-old girl -- in Alabama mall shooting", "Hoover will not release mall shooting video, details due to request from state investigators", "Suspect in Alabama mall shooting captured by U.S. But he stepped in to protect thousands, and I'm grateful for that.". My partner and I were located on the second floor of the Galleria Mall in front of Spencers Gifts. A cemetery posted a personal ad for a goose whose mate died. Police initially told reporters they thought Bradford had shot the 18-year-old after a fight, but retracted that statement Friday night. IT STARTED OFF SLOW BUT THE CROW HAS HELPED IN THE LAST COUPLE OF HOURS. There are two vacant anchor stores which were once Sears and Belk Children's and Home. In addition, they were not provided with any details of the police shooting until the November 28 meeting. Doubt grew that Bradford was the initial shooter. The Birmingham Downtown Ghost Self-Guided Walking Tour Walking Tours from $5.50 per adult The area 2000 Riverchase Galleria, Hoover, AL 35244-2341 Best nearby Restaurants 171 within 3 miles Redlands Grill by J. Alexander's 381 0.3 mi$$ - $$$ American Contemporary Vegetarian Friendly Bonefish Grill 213 According to Hoover police, a fight broke out between two teenagers near Footaction and led to an exchange of gunfire. He said they treated the injured and contained the scene in a matter of minutes. The gunfire erupted at 3:18 p.m. on the first floor of the state's largest mall. We are proud of our personnel tonight." Several other people were injured, including a 12-year-old girl. Bradford's death, promote peace", "Galleria shooting: Jesse Jackson to deliver E.J. Hoover police chief "very, very proud" of officer response to mall shooting, Hoover mayor on deadly shooting at Riverchase Galleria mall, Hoover Police Chief Nick Derzis said he is "very, very proud". 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. We heard the gunshots and I grabbed them and we hit the ground,' she said. [38], A "preliminary anatomical review" was planned on November 29 for the following day to determine the number of shots that hit Bradford and whether Bradford was hit from the front or from behind. Get news alerts in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store or subscribe to our email newsletter here. The Hoover Police Department has released new information in the shooting at the Riverchase Galleria Friday afternoon. Montez Moses Miracle. Police were called over reports of an active shooter at the Riverchase Galleria A fight broke out and the gunman pulled out a gun and shot an 18-year-old boy twice, also hitting a 12-year-old. The Bessemer City School system identified the 8-year-old victim as Royta Giles Jr. CBS affiliate WIAT-TV reports he would have been a third grader this fall at Jonesboro Elementary School. Had the deadline passed without comment, Chief Derzis would have decided for the council if the information would have been released without the ALEA. She's listed in stable condition.The teen injured in the shooting was taken to UAB Hospital and is in serious condition, police said.Hoover Police Chief Nick Derzis said he is "very, very proud" of the response by officers. https://trib.al/wg9z1rT. No lawsuits have been filed as of Monday afternoon. shooting of 21-year-old Emantic "EJ" Bradford Jr. Daniel said he is still cautious and only comes to the mall at certain times during the week, but he said he feels safe knowing security has increased at the Riverchase Galleria. "He did so as a professional. She said Royta just finished the second grade at Jonesboro Elementary in Bessemer. Two people were shooting at each other, and according to court documents, Officer Alexander fired the fatal shots at E.J. EVEN THOUGH SOME PEOPLE LAST NIGHT TOLD US THEY WOULD NOT GO BLACK FRIDAY SHOPPING AGAIN, WE SPOKE TO OTHERS TODAY WHO ARENT WORRIED. He was charged with the attempted murder of Wilson. Family members said he was energetic and always smiling. As he creates this gap, Bradford draws his. [34], According to various members of Bradford's family, no one from the Hoover Police Department informed them of his death. Its a very senseless tragedy and of course they are devastated by this,' he said. PatThomasNews/Twitter Two other people were injured, including a 12-year-old girl. [9], On November 22, 2018, at approximately 9:52 PM local time, an altercation involving four people occurred near the Footaction and JCPenney stores on the second level of the mall. What do body cams, security cameras show? YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. Officials initially said . A suspected shootout inside the Riverchase Galleria in Hoover Friday afternoon killed a young boy, who was shot in the head, and injured three others, police confirmed Friday night. Brocato expressed gratitude for the actions of the officer who killed the shooting suspect. HOOVER, Ala. (WBRC) - David Alexander is the Hoover police officer who was assigned foot patrol inside the Riverchase Galleria on Thanksgiving Day of 2018. The officer who shot the gunman was placed on administrative leave while the authorities investigate the shooting. Riverchase Galleria, located just outside of Birmingham, AL is the largest enclosed shopping center in Alabama and a top tourist destination. Police said Bradford was fleeing the scene with a weapon. A man was shot and killed by a police after a fight at the Riverchase Galleria mall in Hoover, which resulted in gunfire that injured a teen and a 12-year-old girl. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. I fired my duty weapon at the armed individual to prevent him from killing anyone. When we all got up, he was the only one who didnt get up.. Bradford. We are here for the family in every way possible, and we ask that everyone lifts the mother, family, and our school community in your prayers. At least 10 dead after winter storm slams South, Midwest, The Saturday Six: Dental device controversy, scientist's bug find and more, Indonesia fuel depot fire kills 18; more than a dozen missing, Biden had cancerous skin lesion removed last month, doctor says, Duo of 81-year-old women plan to see the world in 80 days, Tom Sizemore, actor known for "Saving Private Ryan" and "Heat," dies at 61, Alex Murdaugh sentenced to life in prison for murders of wife and son. WE ARE TOLD AN OFFICER SOLVE THE 21-YEAR-OLD WITH A GUN AND SHO HIM. Riverchase Galleria Shooting The Latest: 6 a.m. - YouTube Team Coverage A Team Coverage A AboutPressCopyrightContact usCreatorsAdvertiseDevelopersTermsPrivacyPolicy & SafetyHow YouTube worksTest. In 2013, Belk announced plans to renovate its store at the Galleria, raising it to the level of a flagship location. A man was shot and killed by police after a fight at the mall ahead of Black Friday shopping resulted in gunfire that injured several. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. [2][14], It subsequently transpired that Bradford's movements in the critical seconds were more complicated than originally thought.[15]. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. "Unfortunately, an indidvual lost his life. Copyright 2023 WBRC. Dont miss out! The bullets all entered from an upward angle and the shot to the head was the fatal shot, entering from the back right of the head and exiting above the left eye. "We have certain information about this individual and ask the public to provide ALEA with any available details that may hasten an arrest, Hoover police said Monday. Police responding to a fight inside an Alabama shopping mall shot and killed a man who had brandished a weapon, authorities said Friday. [16] Late in the evening, the Hoover Police Department issued a correction saying that Bradford was not the shooter. THANK GOODNESS THAT DID NOT HAPPEN. He said he saw a child laying in a pool of blood on the ground with an officer applying first aid to stop the bleeding. The report concludes that the shooting of Bradford by Officer Alexander was justified, and no crime was committed. Bradford Jr. "discuss pending or threatening litigation. Two people were shooting at each other, and according to court documents, Officer Alexander fired the fatal shots at E.J. [42], The city additionally postponed a Christmas tree lighting ceremony that was to take place on November 29 due to threats that the lighting would be protested. While there is no current danger to our community, we will remain closed until further notice." [13] Within five seconds after Wilson was shot, two officers from the Hoover Police Department approached Bradford, who was armed. We are working closely with the Hoover Police Department. THE MALL SHUT DOWN FOLLOWING THE EVENTS. It is ranked 43rd on the list of largest shopping malls in the United States. [11], In 2020, Bradford's family filed a federal lawsuit against the officer who shot him (as a John Doe), the city of Hoover, the Galleria, and Brookfield Property Partners, the owners of the Galleria. In an affidavit, dated May 5, 2022, Officer Alexander detailed the events of that night: On the evening of November 22, 2018, the Galleria Mall was crowded with shoppers. The Hoover Police Department said in a statement that two men were engaged in a "physical altercation" at the glitzy Riverchase Galleria in Hoover late Thursday, when one of the men pulled out a handgun and shot the other man twice. The protesters gathered at the spot at the mall in suburban Birmingham where he was shot and killed after reports of gunfire. . Not even just a mass shooting, but any shooting.. GRAPHIC: AG-released Surveillance Video of Shooting at Riverchase Galleria on Nov. 22, 2018 - YouTube 0:00 / 2:34 Sign in to confirm your age This video may be inappropriate for some users.. Hoover police initially told reporters Bradford had shot a teen at the mall, but later retracted the statement. AT ONE POINT, PAUL MANAGEMENT DID NOT KNOW WHEN THEY WOULD REOPEN, BUT THE HOOVER POLICE, THEY WRAPPED UP THEIR INVESTIGATION INSIDE OVERNIGHT, AND LAW MANAGEMENT DECIDED TO OPEN A SCHEDULED. Heres our most recent story: In that same court document, Officer Alexander stated that he is a graduate of the Tuscaloosa Police Academy and has been a Hoover police officer since 2017. Officials at first said Emantic Bradford Jr., 21, of Hueytown shot the 18-year-old and 12-year-old before being killed by police. Nowadays, with all these mass shootings that happen, its something you have to think about everywhere you go, Daniel said. Updated on: November 24, 2018 / 7:19 AM ", "It wasn't just one or two," Pope said. Brown has been indicted on two counts of assault, and his trial is set for December 5. HOOVER, Ala. (WIAT) Following a shooting that left a child dead and three others injured, the city of Hoover and the owner of the Riverchase Galleria have announced increased safety measures to provide a more secure and comfortable shopping experience at Alabama's largest shopping mall. Advertisement According to Hoover police, a fight broke out between two teenagers near Footaction and led to an exchange of gunfire. [35], A vigil for Bradford was held on November 29 at the Kelly Ingram Park in Birmingham. The crowd of shoppers near the Foot Action store were running away from where I heard gunshots, but the armed individual was moving toward where I heard gunshots. Two shootings inside the Riverchase Galleria on Thanksgiving night left an 18-year-old and 12-year-old seriously injured and a 21-year-old shot to death by Hoover police. I wouldnt say Im religious, I would say Im more spiritual, and the person who did this is going to have to answer for that whether it is to whoever they pray to or if its the streets., This one hits home,' the mother said. Around 3:18 P.M., the. WE WILL CONTINUE TO FOLLOW THE DEVELOPMENTS AND BRING YOU MORE IN, Authorities in Hoover are investigating an officer-involved shooting at the Riverchase Galleria that left one teen dead and two others injured. Jeremy Daniel lives out of town but has driven over an hour to visit the Riverchase Galleria for over 20 years. Police initially said Bradford shot the teen that evening, but later said he was not the gunman. Court docs include officers account of E.J. Hoover police and firefighters responded about 1:30 p.m. to the fifth floor of the North Parking Deck. Roger Mitchell; Independent autopsy found Bradford was hit three times from behind, with a fatal shot to the head. / AP. Bradford. On November 22, 2018, Emantic Fitzgerald Bradford Jr., an African-American man, was shot three times from behind and killed by Hoover police officer David Alexander on the night of Thanksgiving, at the Riverchase Galleria shopping mall in Hoover, Alabama. Immediately after the gunshots, the Torrid staff worked very quickly and efficiently to get everyone to the back of the store, to the emergency area, and they kind of kept everyone calm until they heard other people were being let out.. ORIGINAL (7/3): Four people have been injured in a shooting at the Riverchase Galleria in Hoover Friday afternoon, according to the Hoover Police Department. Bradford's family, as well as other protesters, have called for police to release body cam footage and mall security video. [12][13] The Wynfrey Hotel was renovated and rebranded as a Hyatt hotel, "The Hyatt Regency BirminghamThe Wynfrey Hotel".[14]. Hoover Police Chief Nick Derzis said the child was killed in the. On June 26, 2019 Hoover police and firefighters responded about 1:30 p.m. to the fifth floor of the North Parking Deck. Few details about the suspect have been released. Gregg Rector said in an earlier news release. About 200 people marched through an Alabama shopping mall to protest Bradford Jr.'s death, whom police erroneously believed was the gunman who shot and wounded two people. Furthermore, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency took over as lead investigator of the shootings. [23], The mall reopened the day after the shooting at 6 AM, and the two officers who were involved in the shooting were placed on administrative leave pending the investigation. Since this is pertinent to the Birmingham area, and the area only let's keep it on topic. But over the past five years, things changed. Part of the meeting allowed those present to view a portion of the footage of Bradford being shot. Emantic Bradford Jr. has been identified as the 21-year-old man shot and killed by Hoover police during a shooting at Riverchase Galleria on Thanksgiving. There was also a 10-screen Regal Entertainment Group movie theater was on an out-parcel of the property but it was closed in 2006 after the construction of a Rave Motion Pictures (now AMC Theatres) at neighboring Patton Creek Shopping Center. HOOVER, AL (WBRC) - Hoover police say the 21-year-old man shot and killed Thursday night at Riverchase Galleria "likely did not fire the rounds" that injured an 18-year-old man and struck a 12 . The consolidation came 9 years after Federated Department Stores (the parent of Rich's since 1976) acquired R. H. Macy & Company. This page was last edited on 5 February 2023, at 02:47. It worked. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. The officer has been placed on administrative leave, which is customary after officer involved shootings. They determined that David Alexander; "Officer 1", as he was referred to in the report, "identified E.J. [4][5] The shooting of Bradford was immediately controversial, and was condemned by the Alabama National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) as an example of racially biased policing. To connect with the author of this story, or to comment, email erica.thomas@1819news.com. He said after hearing about violent incidents at the Galleria, he was concerned for his safety. The meeting was allowed provided that specific evidence not be publicly shared or detailed. Hoover Police Capt. EUNICE: ONE PERSON IS DEAD AND TWO OTHERS WERE WOUNDED IN AN OFFICER INVOLVED SHOOTING LAST NIGHT AT THE GALLERIA IN HOOVER. Multiple shots were reported near the food court inside the Riverchase Galleria in Hoover. Approximately five seconds elapsed between the time I first heard gunshots until the time I fired my duty weapon and shot E.J. Located at the intersection of U.S. Highway 31 (Montgomery Highway) and Interstate 459, the Riverchase Galleria complex includes the region's only Costco, and also includes the 15-story, 1,700,000-square-foot (160,000m2) Hyatt Regency, and the 17-story, 285,000-square-foot (26,500m2) Galleria Tower office building. Theres a lot more security than there used to be, Daniel said. He was born on June 18, 1997. However, changes to security protocols seem to be working and shoppers are reacting. Release of any video will be done as ALEA deems appropriate during the investigation," a Hoover police statement read. All three agencies initially refused to release videos of the event. The next night, officials said that was "not totally correct. It is the largest enclosed shopping center in Alabama. "You don't see that too often. (Source: Facebook) Hoover police say investigators believe that more than two individuals were involved in the initial altercation, including 21-year-old Bradford. One shopper said she's done with Black Friday and malls. In July 2020, 8-year-old Royta Giles Jr. was killed in a shooting at the Riverchase Galleria. "This was just a very senseless tragedy and of course they are devastated by this," Brocato said. [citation needed], Several restaurants are located on out-parcels including Bonefish Grill, J. Alexander's, Stix, and Olive Garden. He was about to start the third grade at Jonesboro Elementary School.DETAILS: https://t.co/L68itfsy6p pic.twitter.com/MZBx5ZlpWd, The school system described him as "a smart child, who was a jewel, with big dreams of someday entering the music industry.". The Riverchase Galleria also has a Code of Conduct, which includes rules and guidelines for mall goers. Black Friday incident in Hoover, Alabama, where a black man was fatally shot by law enforcement. Hoover Police Chief Nick Derzis said he is "very, very proud" of the response by officers. In late 2003, Jim Wilson & Associates (JW&A) sold 50% of the Galleria to General Growth Properties (GGP), which assumed management control. The 12-year-old injured in the shooting has been released from the hospital but the condition of others is not known. Bradford Jr. You wouldn't expect something like that to happen out of nowhere on a normal, Friday afternoon.". The tower includes the headquarters of Walter Energy, Inc.[2] The mall's anchor stores are JCPenney, Von Maur, Macy's, Belk , and Dave & Buster's. Royta was heading to the 3rd grade this fall. "It was terrifying," Joiner said. Bradford initially runs in the opposite direction (away from JC Penney), creating a gap between himself and the gunshots. The city asked people to avoid the area and later shared this tweet: "Our HPD officers acted heroically and professionally tonight. A motion for summary judgement is a request to the court to evaluate the merits of a case prior to the case going to trial. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Hoover Police Chief Nick Derzis said the child was killed in the afternoon shooting at the Riverchase Galleria. SARAH: MANAGEMENT DECIDED TO OPEN AT 6:00 THIS MORNING, BUT THEY LEFT IT UP TO INDIVIDUAL STORES TO DECIDE WHETHER THEY WOULD OPEN TODAY. The CT scan showed that she has a fractured rib, but her spine was not touched. [18], The Hoover Police Department turned all video and other collected evidence to the Jefferson County Sheriff's Department, which subsequently turned the investigation over to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. Brocato expressed gratitude for the actions of the officer who killed the shooting suspect. Protestors carry a sign reading Justice for E.J. during a protest at the Riverchase Galleria in Hoover, Ala., Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. The incident is another reminder that shootings can happen anywhere. Six of those eight were transported to area hospitals, including a 70-year-old Montevallo woman who ultimately was airlifted to a Mobile hospital after suffering broken bones and internal bleed in a fall as thousands were fleeing the gunfire. I heard two gunshots and a females scream behind me. Lindsay Kahn, with Brookfield Properties, which manages the Riverchase Galleria, said although they cant discuss specific security protocols, they do have a robust security program in place. To the people who did this, if I could say anything to them, its I dont care about justice or anything like that,' she said. I observed two males not running away, but instead, they were near the railing in front of the Foot Action store. [11] As part of the renovation, the first Von Maur in Alabama opened in the space vacated by Macy's/Proffitt's/Belk. She's listed in stable condition. Annalisa Pope, who works at Hollister in the mall, told WBMA-TV in a telephone interview that she heard six to seven shots that "sounded like they were coming from every direction. The store occupies 2,061 square feet (191.5m2) and became one of the 32 LEGO Brand Retail stores nationwide upon its opening. Joe Songer | jsonger/al.com/TNS The Riverchase Galleria reopened today after a Friday. Eight other people were treated by Hoover paramedics for injuries sustained in the subsequent chaos and evacuation of the mall. Riverchase Galleria, locally known as The Galleria, is a large, super-regional shopping mall and mixed use development in Hoover, Alabama, in the Greater Birmingham metropolitan area. 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