A busy day at Great Lakes Crossing Outlets in Auburn Hills turned tense yesterday when an adult woman was shot, leaving her with a non-life-threatening injury and sending police rushing to the sprawling mall. Officers quickly moved in; a suspect was taken into custody, and deputies from the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office backed up Auburn Hills police as investigators worked the scene. Authorities stressed that there was no ongoing threat to the public while the investigation continued.
According to CBS News Detroit, the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office reported that “One adult female sustained a non-life-threatening gunshot wound and was transported to a local hospital for treatment” and confirmed that the suspect was in custody. The sheriff’s office also noted that deputies stayed on site to assist with the active investigation.
Where it happened
Great Lakes Crossing Outlets, at 4000 Baldwin Road, is a massive regional draw that packs in roughly 170 stores, restaurants, and attractions, according to Simon. The center routinely sees heavy weekend foot traffic and typically runs from about 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturdays.
Previous scares at the mall
This is not the first time the outlet center has seen a high-stress police response. In 2023, a chaotic brawl and shouted claims of “shots fired” triggered a full sweep of the property by officers, only for authorities to determine there was no shooter and no injuries, officials told WXYZ. That incident highlighted how fast unverified reports can ricochet through a crowd and complicate emergency responses.
Investigation ongoing
Auburn Hills police said they plan to release additional details as they confirm them and asked anyone with information about the shooting to contact investigators, according to CBS News Detroit. CBS Detroit described the situation as developing and said it would continue to provide updates as officials share more.
