Statement from Mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle and Vancouver City Council

Statement from Mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle and Vancouver City Council

November 1, 2024

Last night should have been an evening of Halloween fun at Vancouver Mall. Instead, it turned to fear as reports of shots being fired spread.

We want to assure you that the safety and well-being of our community is our top priority. The Vancouver Police Department, Fire Department, and other law enforcement partners responded swiftly.

As we learn more, I am hearing stories of mall employees ushering people into stores to shelter behind security doors and in back offices. Thank you for your help and bravery in keeping mall patrons safe.

The Vancouver Police Department will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available. Anyone with information about this incident that may be helpful is asked to call the Vancouver Police Department Tip Line at 360-487-7399.

In times like these, it is crucial that we come together as a community to support one another and help those in need as they process the shock of this unexpected event. Our thoughts are with everyone affected by this senseless act of violence.