Henderson police swiftly responded to a scuffle yesterday at the Galleria Mall, an incident that initially sparked rumors of an active shooter in the commercial heart on Sunset Road. News 3 LV reported that the commotion, which unfolded around noon, began when a loss prevention officer tried to detain a person suspected of theft. The situation escalated, resulting in a fight and leading to the suspect fleeing, later to be detained at an adjacent business.
Police clarified that a firearm was indeed recovered, confirming that it was not used during the altercation. Both the suspect and the loss prevention officer were transported to local hospitals to be treated for their injuries. The individual involved, 20-year-old Malik Horton, is now facing multiple charges, including battery with substantial bodily harm, assault with a deadly weapon, and burglary while in possession of a firearm, as per the information provided by News 3 LV.
Despite the serious nature of the incident, fears of an active shooter were quickly deemed unfounded. 8 News NOW coverage included confirmation from officials that there was no longer any threat to the public, and normalcy was soon restored with the Galleria Mall resuming its regular operations. The Henderson Police assured the community that the safety protocols were effectively followed.
The investigation remains ongoing and further details are expected to be released as authorities continue carefully to piece together the events. Malik Horton was booked into the Henderson Detention Center on a retinue of charges, all pertaining to the altercation and the implied threat his possession of a firearm represented, according to 8 News NOW.
