Grandville, MI – Authorities were called to RiverTown Crossings Mall in Grandville on Saturday afternoon after multiple reports of a large fight involving numerous individuals along the Rivertown Mall Path.
According to witnesses, the incident began as a heated argument between several people and quickly escalated into a physical altercation, drawing the attention of shoppers and mall staff. Videos circulating on social media appeared to show a crowd gathering around the fight as punches were thrown, with bystanders attempting to intervene before security and police arrived.
The Grandville Police Department confirmed that officers were dispatched to the scene and were able to quickly break up the disturbance. While the exact number of people involved has not been disclosed, officials say several individuals were detained for questioning. At this time, no serious injuries have been reported, though minor injuries were treated on-site.
Mall security assisted law enforcement in clearing the area and ensuring the safety of shoppers. The fight caused a temporary disruption in foot traffic near the incident location, but stores remained open once the situation was under control.
Authorities have not yet released details regarding what sparked the altercation, though investigators are reviewing surveillance footage and speaking with witnesses to determine whether charges will be filed. Police emphasized that they are treating the matter seriously given the public nature of the disturbance.
One shopper described the scene as chaotic: “There were a lot of people shouting and rushing toward the fight. It was scary at first because you don’t know if weapons are involved, but the police came fast and got it under control.”
The Grandville Police Department said updates will be provided as the investigation continues. They also encouraged anyone who witnessed the altercation or recorded video to contact them at (616) 538-6110.
This marks the second large-scale disturbance at RiverTown Crossings in recent months, raising concerns about mall safety and security measures. Local leaders and law enforcement are expected to discuss potential steps to prevent future incidents.
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