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  • Why Monroe officers rushed to help after a Trumbull Mall gunshot

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• Police investigating after gunshot inside Trumbull Mall (fox61.com) — Monroe police assisted Trumbull officers after a teen reportedly fired a single gunshot during an argument inside the Trumbull Mall’s Macy’s store Friday evening, with no injuries reported. Multiple 911 calls prompted a large police response and early mall closure, and investigators say the teens fled before officers arrived. Anyone with information is urged to contact Trumbull police.
   

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