At least 4 killed in a shooting near a mall in Washington

At least four people were killed in an apparent mass shooting at a shopping mall in Washington state, local news outlets reported on Friday, citing Washington State Patrol.

Police surrounded the area after receiving reports of a shooter at a Macy's store.

Some injuries were reported as police search for a gunman, according to Sgt. Mark Francis, a public information officer with Washington State Patrol District 7.

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