Chicago Ridge, Illinois – The Chicago Ridge Police Department claims today’s incident at the Chicago Ridge Mall was only a prank. According to CRPD, officers responded to reports of shots fired at the mall around 7:20 p.m. on December 22, 2024.

Police say officers did not find any signs of a shooting and no injuries were reported. Witnesses reported hearing a single loud boom before seeing multiple individuals running toward the exits.

CRPD says it is believed the incident was a prank carried out by a group of individuals inside the mall. Police say there is no indication that the event involved any gunshots. CRPD is currently working to identify those responsible for the prank.

CRPD asks anyone with information to call the Police Department at 708-425-7831.