NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Hundreds of people ran for safety after a lock down inside of Opry Mills Mall on Saturday, including Clari Heslon who didn't wait to find answers.
"I think it is more like I am not going to ask questions," said Heslon. "I am just going to assume the worst and get out of dodge."
Police say a domestic fight broke out between a woman and her boyfriend at the Chili's where the boyfriend works.
The fight caused a major panic and made people start running out of the mall around 2 p.m. Officials say they responded to what they thought was an active shooter situation, however police say there is no evidence of gunshots being fired.
Public Information Officer Kris Mumford with Metro Nashville Police shared what police learned later on.
"A female did come into Chili's and assaulted her boyfriend who was working there so a fight," said Mumford. "It spilled outside so it wouldn't be a surprise to think that people might be fearful especially in light of recent events."
Metro Police cleared the area and went into each store to make sure everyone was out.
29-year-old Alexandria Dady has since been charged with kidnapping and aggravated assault following the incident.
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