At least five people injured in mass shooting at Connecticut mall

At least five people were injured during a mass shooting in Waterbury, Connecticut, on Tuesday evening, with some in serious condition, local authorities said.

No suspect has been arrested so far, but Waterbury police said the shooting occurred during a conflict between two people and do not believe the incident was random. No fatalities have been reported.

"Responding officers found victims of gunfire," Waterbury Police Chief Fernando Spagnolo told reporters, per CBS News. "We do know that there were five victims that were struck by gunfire."

Spagnolo said the suspect, who has not been identified, was armed with a semi-automatic pistol, and investigators are hoping to identify the shooter through forensic technology, including surveillance video.

Connecticut Democratic Gov. Ned Lamont said state police will help the local department with its investigation. 

"This afternoon there was a tragic mass shooting at the Bass Mill Center mall in Waterbury, a place where everyone should feel safe. We are grateful to law enforcement, who acted swiftly," Lamont said in a post on X. "Our hearts break for the Waterbury community, the victims, and their families who have been impacted by this incident."

Misty Severi is a news reporter for Just The News. You can follow her on X for more coverage.