Gunshot sounds prompt lockdown, heightened security at Edison Mall

FORT MYERS, Fla. — Panic ensued Wednesday night at Edison Mall following reports of shots being fired, which prompted a lockdown of the mall just days before Christmas.

No evidence of shots being fired or a shooting was found, Fort Myers police said.

This is the fifth violent incident at Southwest Florida shopping areas in last few months, including a deputy-involved shooting at the Coconut Point mall.

Police responded to a shots heard call after a witness said they heard shots, FMPD Public Information Officer Jay Rodriguez said.

No victims were found. It’s unclear if there are any injuries or suspects.

A witness said three men were fighting and jumped another man. The man who was targeted started firing a gun and ran into the mall and hid, according to the witness.

A Macy’s employee said the store was evacuated and police were seen inside the mall.

Below is a video of Wednesday night’s coverage on WINK News.

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