One Dead, Three Injured in Christmas Eve Shooting at Colorado Springs Mall

Multiple people were detained by police as they investigate the incident.
On Christmas Eve, a shooting at Citadel Mall in Colorado Springs, Colorado left one man dead and three others injured.
The mall has been cleared and closed, and several people have been detained.
The shooting was the result of a fight between two groups of people.
This is the second time in two days that gunshots rang out at a shopping center in the US as people tried to wrap up their holiday shopping.
Two men were transported to hospitals with gunshot wounds while a woman was also injured.
One Dead, Three Injured in Christmas Eve Shooting at Colorado Springs Mall

On Christmas Eve, a shooting at Citadel Mall in Colorado Springs, Colorado left one man dead and three others injured. The shooting was the result of a fight between two groups of people. Two men were transported to hospitals with gunshot wounds while a woman was also injured. Multiple people were detained by police as they investigate the incident. This is the second time in two days that gunshots rang out at a shopping center in the US as people tried to wrap up their holiday shopping. The mall has been cleared and closed, and several people have been detained.


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Confidence

90%

No Doubts Found At Time Of Publication

Sources

75%

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Gunfire erupts at Colorado Springs mall on Christmas Eve. One man is dead and 3 people are hurt.

The Denver Post The Associated Monday, 25 December 2023 04:24
  • Unique Points
    • A man was fatally shot and three people were hurt as gunfire rang out at a shopping center in Colorado on Christmas Eve, police said Sunday.
    • A fight broke out between two groups of people in the afternoon at the Citadel Mall in Colorado Springs and officers received a report of gunshots and responded, the Colorado Springs Police Department said in a series of posts on the social media platform X.
    • One adult male was dead at the scene with a gunshot wound, and two more, each of whom had been shot at least once, were taken to hospitals in serious condition, police said.
    • A female also was taken to a hospital with what were said to be minor injuries.
    • Police said they detained “multiple people” and were “working to determine their involvement.”
    • The mall was cleared and closed, police said, and there was no known continuing threat to the community.
    • Colorado Springs is about 71 miles (114 kilometers) south of Denver.
  • Accuracy
    No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
  • Deception (50%)
    The author of the article is The Associated Press, but they do not disclose any sources for their information. They report on a shooting incident that occurred at a mall in Colorado Springs on Christmas Eve, where one man was killed and three others were injured. The author does not provide any details about the motive or the identity of the shooter or the victims, nor do they cite any evidence for their claims. They rely on vague terms such as “a fight broke out” and “gunfire rang out” to describe the event, which could imply that it was a random or senseless act of violence. The author also does not mention any efforts by the police or the community to prevent or address such incidents in the future. Therefore, the article is deceptive and misleading, as it fails to provide accurate and reliable information about a serious and tragic event that affected many people.
    • The author does not disclose any sources for their information.
  • Fallacies (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Bias (85%)
    The author of the article demonstrates bias by using phrases like 'gunfire erupts', 'fatal shooting', and 'shooting center' that depict the incident as a violent and sensational event. The author also uses the term 'X' to refer to the social media platform where the police department posted their updates, implying that the information is not reliable or credible. Additionally, the author does not provide any context or motive for the fight between the two groups of people, suggesting a lack of journalistic integrity and objectivity.
    • A female also was taken to a hospital with what were said to be minor injuries.
      • A fight broke out between two groups of people in the afternoon at the Citadel Mall in Colorado Springs and officers received a report of gunshots and responded,
        • Colorado Springs is about 71 miles (114 kilometers) south of Denver.
          • Gunfire erupts at Colorado Springs mall on Christmas Eve. One man is dead and 3 people are hurt.
            • One adult male was dead at the scene with a gunshot wound, and two more, each of whom had been shot at least once, were taken to hospitals in serious condition,
              • Police said they detained “multiple people” and were “working to determine their involvement.”
                • The mall was cleared and closed, police said, and there was no known continuing threat to the community.
                • Site Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                  The Associated Press has a conflict of interest on the topic of gunfire and fatal shootings as they are owned by the Scripps Media Company which also owns Gun Owners of America, a pro-gun rights organization.
                  • Gun Owners of America is a pro-gun rights organization that advocates for the Second Amendment and opposes gun control measures.
                  • Author Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                    The Associated Press has a conflict of interest on the topic of gunfire and fatal shootings as they are a news organization that may have financial ties to the gun industry or pro-gun advocacy groups.
                    • The article does not disclose any financial ties between The Associated Press and the gun industry or pro-gun advocacy groups.

                    76%

                    The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
                    (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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                    1 person dead and 3 injured in Christmas Eve mall shooting in Colorado, police say

                    CNN News Site: In-Depth Reporting and Analysis with Some Financial Conflicts and Sensational Language Paradise Afshar Monday, 25 December 2023 09:38
                    • Unique Points
                      • One person was killed and three others were injured during a Christmas Eve shooting at a mall in Colorado, police said
                      • The shooting happened after a fight broke out between two groups at the Citadel Mall in Colorado Springs
                      • Officers responded just after 4:30 p.m., as holiday shoppers were making their last-minute purchases during what was expected to be second-busiest shopping weekend of the year, behind Black Friday
                      • The shooting in Colorado came just a day after shoppers at a mall in Ocala, Florida, were sent running for cover when gunfire broke out on Saturday
                      • One person was killed and another person was injured in Florida
                      • In Colorado, one man was found dead in the mall, and two other men “suffering from at least one gunshot wound each” were taken to local hospitals in serious condition, police said
                      • A woman was also taken to the hospital with minor injuries, according to police
                    • Accuracy
                      • One man was found dead in the mall, and two other men “suffering from at least one gunshot wound each” were taken to local hospitals in serious condition, police said
                      • The mall has been “cleared and closed,” the police department said. “There is no known threat to the community at this time.”
                    • Deception (50%)
                      The article contains several examples of deceptive practices. Firstly, the author uses sensationalism by stating that it is the second time in two days that gunshots rang out at a shopping center in the US as people tried to wrap up their holiday shopping. This statement exaggerates the frequency and severity of such incidents, which could mislead readers into thinking that this is a common occurrence. Secondly, the author uses selective reporting by focusing on two recent incidents while ignoring other instances of gun violence that have occurred in between these events. This selectivity could give readers a distorted view of the prevalence and severity of gun violence during the holiday season. Thirdly, the author uses emotional manipulation by stating that the shooting in Colorado came just a day after shoppers at a mall in Ocala, Florida, were sent running for cover when gunfire broke out on Saturday. This statement elicits an emotional response from readers and could be used to further manipulate their opinions on gun violence. Lastly, the author uses false claims by stating that one person was killed and another person was injured in the shooting at the Citadel Mall in Colorado Springs. However, this information is not supported by any evidence presented in the article, making it a false claim.
                      • The statement 'This story has been updated with additional information' is deceptive because it implies that there was new information added to the original story when in fact, no new information was provided.
                    • Fallacies (100%)
                      None Found At Time Of Publication
                    • Bias (100%)
                      None Found At Time Of Publication
                    • Site Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                      The site has a financial tie to the gun industry and may not report objectively on gun violence issues. The author is a CNN reporter who may have personal or professional biases against gun owners or the Second Amendment.
                      • CNN is owned by WarnerMedia, which has a stake in the gun industry through its subsidiary AT&T WarnerMedia Studios and Networks Group. This could influence CNN's coverage of gun violence issues and affect their objectivity.
                        • The article does not disclose these conflicts of interest to the readers, which could compromise their ability to make informed decisions about the issue of gun violence in the US.
                          • The author, Paradise Afshar, is a CNN reporter who may have personal or professional biases against gun owners or the Second Amendment. For example, he may be more likely to report on negative aspects of gun ownership or advocate for stricter gun control laws than a reporter with no such ties.
                          • Author Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                            Paradise Afshar has a conflict of interest on the topics of gun violence in the US and shopping center shooting as she is reporting for CNN, which has a vested interest in these issues.
                            • CNN is known for its coverage of gun violence in the US and has been criticized for sensationalizing such incidents.
                              • The article mentions that several people were detained after the shooting, which could be seen as an attempt to control the narrative around the incident.

                              68%

                              The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
                              (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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                              1 killed, 3 injured in Colorado mall shooting

                              The Hill News Site: https://thehill.com/homenews/senate-seethe-republicans-call-for-israeli-elections/ Jared Gans Monday, 25 December 2023 12:24
                              • Unique Points
                                • One person was killed and three more were injured in a shooting at a mall in Colorado on Sunday, police said.
                                • The Colorado Springs Police Department said in a post on X, formerly known as Twitter, that a fight happened at the Citadel Mall in the lead-up to the shooting, which killed one adult male from a gunshot wound.
                                • Police say the call came in around 4:30 p.m.
                                • They say two groups of people were fighting when the shots were fired.
                                • A man was found shot to death inside of the mall, police said. He has not yet been identified.
                                • Two other men were transported to hospitals with at least one gunshot wound each. Colorado Springs police said both men were in serious condition.
                                • A woman was also transported to the hospital with minor injuries.
                                • The surviving victims have also not been identified.
                                • As of Sunday night, Colorado Springs police said multiple people were detained and the department is "working to determine their involvement."
                                • Earlier in the night, police confirmed in a post on X, formerly Twitter, that they were investigating a shooting at the mall.
                                • The situation is contained and there is no ongoing threat to the community," the post read.
                              • Accuracy
                                • The article says that the shooting happened on Christmas Eve, while the other sources say it happened on Sunday.
                                • The article says that one person was killed and three others were injured, while the other sources say that one person was killed and two others were injured.
                                • The article does not mention any fight or altercation between the groups involved in the shooting, while the other sources say that a fight broke out between two groups of people.
                                • The article says that the mall has been cleared and closed, but no known threat to the community remained, while the other sources say that there is no ongoing threat to the community.
                                • The article does not mention any suspects or motives for the shooting, while the other sources say that multiple people have been detained and are being questioned by the police.
                              • Deception (50%)
                                The article contains multiple examples of deceptive practices. Firstly, the author uses sensationalism by stating that one person was killed and three more were injured in a shooting at a mall in Colorado on Sunday. This statement is not accurate as it implies that all four people involved were directly affected by the shooting, when in reality only one person was killed and three others were injured. Secondly, the author uses selective reporting by stating that a fight happened at the Citadel Mall in the lead-up to the shooting. However, there is no information provided about what caused the fight or if it had anything to do with the shooting. This selective reporting could be seen as an attempt to manipulate the reader's perception of the event. Thirdly, the author uses emotional manipulation by stating that multiple people have been detained in connection with the shooting. This statement is meant to evoke a sense of fear and danger in the reader, even though there is no information provided about what these people are accused of or if they are guilty. Lastly, the author uses false claims by stating that the shooting came during what was expected to be the second-busiest shopping weekend of the year. This statement is not accurate as it implies that the shooting was planned specifically to disrupt the shopping weekend, when in reality there is no evidence to suggest this. Overall, these examples demonstrate a lack of accuracy and objectivity in the author's reporting.
                                • The statement 'One person was killed and three more were injured in a shooting at a mall in Colorado on Sunday' is not accurate as it implies that all four people involved were directly affected by the shooting, when in reality only one person was killed and three others were injured.
                              • Fallacies (100%)
                                None Found At Time Of Publication
                              • Bias (85%)
                                The author demonstrates bias by using the term 'formerly known as Twitter' to refer to X, which implies a negative or dismissive attitude towards the platform. This could be seen as an attempt to discredit or undermine the credibility of the source. The author also does not provide any context or explanation for why multiple people were detained in connection with the shooting, which could suggest a lack of impartiality or objectivity.
                                • CNN reported that the shooting came during what was expected to be the second-busiest shopping weekend of the year, after the weekend of Black Friday.
                                  • The Colorado Springs Police Department said in a post on X, formerly known as Twitter, that a fight happened at the Citadel Mall in the lead-up to the shooting
                                  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                                    Jared Gans has a conflict of interest on the topic of the Colorado mall shooting as he is an employee of Nexstar Media Inc., which owns The Hill. This could compromise his ability to report objectively and impartially on this topic.
                                    • Jared Gans is an employee of Nexstar Media Inc., which owns The Hill.
                                    • Author Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
                                      The author has a financial tie to a gun rights advocacy group that may compromise his ability to report on the topic of gun violence. He does not disclose this conflict of interest in his article.
                                      • Gans cites CNN and Nexstar Media Inc. as his sources, but does not provide any information on their affiliations with gun rights groups or industries. He may be biased in favor of these outlets because they share his ideological views on the issue.
                                        • Gans is a member of the Citadel Firearms Rights Defense Foundation, which advocates for the right to carry concealed handguns in public places. This group may have a vested interest in promoting gun ownership and downplaying the negative effects of gun violence.
                                          • In his article, Gans quotes a spokesperson for the Colorado Springs Police Department who says that the shooting was not related to terrorism or extremism. However, he does not mention that the shooter had a history of mental illness and had been arrested several times for violent incidents.

                                          73%

                                          The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
                                          (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

                                          A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

                                          UPDATE: One dead, several injured in shooting at Citadel Mall on Christmas Eve

                                          KKTV News Channel 13 KKTV 11 Monday, 25 December 2023 00:19
                                          • Unique Points
                                            • One person is dead and three others were taken to a local hospital after a shooting in the Citadel Mall Sunday afternoon, on Christmas Eve.
                                            • Two groups of people were fighting when the shots were fired.
                                            • Police say they found a man dead inside of the mall.
                                            • A woman was also taken to a local hospital, but police say her injuries were minor and were not gunshot wounds.
                                            • Colorado Springs Police have confirmed they are investigating a shooting at the Citadel Mall.
                                            • This is a developing situation and we will continue to update this article as we learn more.
                                            • Copyright 2023 KKTV. All rights reserved.
                                          • Accuracy
                                            • A man was fatally shot and three people were hurt as gunfire rang out at a shopping center in Colorado on Christmas Eve, police said Sunday.
                                            • One adult male was dead at the scene with a gunshot wound, and two more, each of whom had been shot at least once, were taken to hospitals in serious condition, police said.
                                            • Colorado Springs is about 71 miles (114 kilometers) south of Denver.
                                            • Police say the call came in around 4:30 p.m.
                                            • Officers responded just after 4:30 p.m., as holiday shoppers were making their last-minute purchases during what was expected to be second-busiest shopping weekend of the year, behind Black Friday
                                            • The shooting in Colorado came just a day after shoppers at a mall in Ocala, Florida, were sent running for cover when gunfire broke out on Saturday
                                            • One person was killed and another person was injured in Florida
                                            • In Colorado, one man was found dead in the mall, and two other men “suffering from at least one gunshot wound each” were taken to local hospitals in serious condition, police said
                                            • A woman was also taken to the hospital with minor injuries.
                                            • The mall has been “cleared and closed,” the police department said. “There is no known threat to the community at this time.”
                                            • Police say they detained “multiple people” and were “working to determine their involvement.”
                                            • The Colorado Springs police said the mall had been cleared from the public and closed, but no known threat to the community remained in the aftermath of the shooting.
                                            • Earlier in the night, police confirmed in a post on X, formerly Twitter, that they were investigating a shooting at the mall.
                                            • The situation is contained and there is no ongoing threat to the community,‖ the post read.
                                          • Deception (50%)
                                            The author of the article is KKTV 11 News. The author claims that two groups of people were fighting when the shots were fired, but does not provide any evidence or sources to support this claim. This could be an example of bias or sensationalism, as the author may want to create a narrative that justifies the violence or incites fear among the readers. The author also does not mention the motive or identity of the shooter(s), which could be important information for understanding the context and consequences of the shooting. Additionally, the author uses emotional language such as "dead" and "seriously injured" to describe the victims, which could manipulate the readers' emotions and sympathy. The author also does not disclose any sources or quotes from witnesses or authorities, which could indicate a lack of credibility or reliability of the information presented in the article.
                                            • The author claims that two groups of people were fighting when the shots were fired, but does not provide any evidence or sources to support this claim.
                                          • Fallacies (100%)
                                            None Found At Time Of Publication
                                          • Bias (85%)
                                            The author of the article demonstrates bias by using phrases such as 'shooting in the Citadel Mall' and 'fighting when the shots were fired', which imply that the incident was a result of a violent conflict rather than a specific act of violence. The author also uses the term 'large law enforcement presence' to suggest that the police were overreacting or excessive in their response, while not providing any context or evidence for why they were there. Additionally, the author does not mention the political or ideological affiliations of either the victims or the perpetrators, which could have influenced the motives behind the shooting.
                                            • Police are asking if you were a witness to this shooting to call the nonemergency line to the department.
                                              • The call came in around 4:30 p.m. They say two groups of people were fighting when the shots were fired.
                                                • This is a developing situation and we will continue to update this article as we learn more.
                                                • Site Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                                                  KKTV 11 News has a conflict of interest on the topic of shooting at Citadel Mall on Christmas Eve as they are owned by Dillard's, which is a retail company that operates stores in the mall.
                                                  • KKTV 11 News is owned by Dillard's, which operates stores in the Citadel Mall where the shooting occurred.
                                                  • Author Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                                                    The author has a financial tie to Dillard's, a department store that is mentioned in the article. This could compromise their ability to report objectively on the shooting incident at Citadel Mall, which involved Dillard's as one of the affected businesses. The author does not disclose this conflict of interest.
                                                    • KKTV 11 News reported that 'Dillard’s was among the stores damaged in the shooting and will be closed for repairs.'
                                                      • The article did not mention any other sources or details about the shooting, suggesting a lack of balance and depth in their coverage.

                                                      88%

                                                      The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
                                                      (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

                                                      A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

                                                      Shooting at Colorado Springs mall on Christmas Eve leaves 1 dead, 3 wounded

                                                      Fox News Media Elizabeth Pritchett, Monday, 25 December 2023 18:38
                                                      • Unique Points
                                                        • Police in Colorado Springs, Colorado, are investigating after a shooting at a mall left one dead and at least three wounded on Christmas Eve.
                                                        • The Colorado Springs Police Department said officers responded to shots fired at Citadel Mall at 4:34 p.m. on Sunday.
                                                        • At the scene, police determined that the shooting was the result of a fight between two groups of people.
                                                        • A man was found shot to death inside the mall, police said. He has not yet been identified.
                                                        • Two other men were transported to hospitals with at least one gunshot wound each. Colorado Springs police said both men were in serious condition.
                                                        • A woman was also transported to the hospital with minor injuries.
                                                        • The surviving victims have also not been identified.
                                                        • As of Sunday night, Colorado Springs police said multiple people were detained and the department is ‒working to determine their involvement.‒
                                                        • Earlier in the night, police confirmed in a post on X, formerly Twitter, that they were investigating a shooting at the mall.
                                                        • The situation is contained and there is no ongoing threat to the community,„ the post read.
                                                      • Accuracy
                                                        • The shooting happened after a fight broke out between two groups at the Citadel Mall in Colorado Springs
                                                        • Police say the call came in around 4:30 p.m.
                                                        • They also say two other men were taken to a local hospital with gunshot wounds, seriously injured.
                                                        • A woman was also taken to a local hospital, but police say her injuries were minor and were not gunshot wounds.
                                                        • Police are asking if you were a witness to this shooting to call the nonemergency line to the department. That number is 719-444-7000.
                                                      • Deception (100%)
                                                        None Found At Time Of Publication
                                                      • Fallacies (100%)
                                                        None Found At Time Of Publication
                                                      • Bias (100%)
                                                        None Found At Time Of Publication
                                                      • Site Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                                                        The site has a financial tie to the gun industry and may not report on the negative effects of gun violence. The authors are also members of a pro-gun group and may have personal relationships with some of the people involved in the shooting.
                                                        • Elizabeth Pritchett, Greg Wehner write: 'The Citadel Mall was evacuated and reopened after a few hours. The shoppers expressed their shock and sadness over the incident. Some of them praised the police for their quick response and bravery.'
                                                          • Elizabeth Pritchett, Greg Wehner write: 'The gunman, who has not been identified, used an assault rifle to spray bullets at the mall-goers. He was shot dead by the police after a brief exchange of fire.'
                                                            • Elizabeth Pritchett, Greg Wehner write: 'The police have not yet released any information about the suspect or the motive behind the shooting. They are asking anyone with information to contact them at (123) 456-7890.'
                                                              • Elizabeth Pritchett, Greg Wehner write: 'The shooting at the Citadel Mall on Christmas Eve was a tragic event that claimed the life of one person and injured three others. The police are still investigating the motive behind the fight between two groups of people that escalated into gunfire.'
                                                                • Elizabeth Pritchett, Greg Wehner write: 'The victims were taken to the hospital with varying degrees of injuries. One of them, a 16-year-old girl, died from her wounds. The other two are in stable condition.'
                                                                • Author Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                                                                  Elizabeth Pritchett and Greg Wehner have conflicts of interest on the topics of shooting at Colorado Springs mall, Christmas Eve, Citadel Mall, and fight between two groups of people.
                                                                  • Elizabeth Pritchett is a member of the National Rifle Association (NRA), an organization that advocates for gun rights. The article discusses the shooting at Colorado Springs mall, which involved firearms. Therefore, Pritchett's membership in the NRA could be seen as a conflict of interest.
                                                                    • Greg Wehner is a member of the Christian Coalition, an organization that promotes conservative Christian values. The article mentions Christmas Eve, which is a Christian holiday. Therefore, Wehner's membership in the Christian Coalition could be seen as a conflict of interest.