A series of violent altercations erupted at the Fashion Centre at Pentagon City Mall in Arlington, Virginia, on Saturday night, prompting authorities to shut down the shopping center earlier than scheduled.
Police Respond to Multiple Fights
The Arlington County Police Department received reports of numerous fights breaking out within the mall, leading officers to intervene. As tensions escalated, officials decided to close the shopping center to protect visitors and staff.
POLICE ACTIVITY:
— ArlingtonCountyPD (@ArlingtonVaPD) March 29, 2025
Police responded the 1100 block of S. Hayes Street for the report of multiple fights in the area. At the direction of ACPD, the mall is now closed. Police remain on scene. Please avoid the area. pic.twitter.com/AtMhc21AAe
Injuries and Arrests Reported
During the chaos, a police officer and a mall security guard suffered minor injuries. Authorities detained three juveniles in connection with the incidents, with one requiring medical attention for minor wounds.
Heavy Police Presence at the Scene
According to ARL Now, multiple law enforcement agencies, including Metro Transit Police, Virginia State Police, and the Pentagon Force Protection Agency, assisted Arlington County officers in restoring order. Fights occurred on several levels of the mall, including the food court, before authorities dispersed the crowds.
Situation Under Control
By 7:30 p.m., police had secured the area, and medics were treating the injured officer, security guard, and at least one suspect. The mall remained closed for the rest of the evening as authorities continued their investigation.
@NFTC_News: This was around 7:15 pm in the food court. Complete chaos. 🙂↔️🙂↔️😶@WTOP @ArlingtonVaPD pic.twitter.com/N03QKm0e3Y
— that person (@forkthehaters) March 29, 2025
**Multiple Incidents of Violence at Pentagon City Mall**
— killmoenetwork (@killmoenetwork) March 29, 2025
The Arlington Virginia Police Department (ArlingtonVaPD) is currently on scene at the Fashion Centre at Pentagon City Mall to address multiple instances of violence.
Due to the ongoing unrest, it is strongly advised that… pic.twitter.com/5o43lPSR4e
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