An active shooter emergency response drill at a Bangkok mall this morning startled mall customers and netizens, prompting the mall to clarify that no actual shooting took place.
Terror and confusion befell patrons at Central Ladprao, when alarms began firing off at the mall at 11am. Visitors were caught by surprise by the unannounced drill, with many momentarily believing there was an actual shooting.
The mall issued a statement clarifying the drill after the fact via their socials.
“Central Ladprao Shopping Center, in collaboration with Ladprao Police Station and the Crime Suppression Division, is conducting an Active Shooter emergency response drill today and tomorrow (14-15 Nov 2023) from 8am to 10am,” the statement read. “This is a proactive measure to prevent and instill confidence among service users within the shopping center. We apologize for any…
