Destiny USA in Syracuse temporarily closed due to security concern

Destiny USA in Syracuse has been temporarily closed Friday due to a security concern, according to the Syracuse Police Department.

“Out of an abundance of caution, Destiny USA is temporarily closed to the public as the Syracuse Police Department and other law enforcement partners investigate a potential threat,” police said in a Facebook post at 10:27 a.m. Friday. “The safety and security of visitors, employees, and tenants remain our highest priority.”

Police said they will provide updates on the situation and the reopening of the mall as they become available.

Emily Barnes reports on consumer-related issues for the USA TODAY Network’s New York Connect Team, focusing on scam and recall-related topics. Follow her on Twitter and Instagram @byemilybarnes. Get in touch at ebarnes@gannett.com.

This article originally appeared on Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: Destiny USA in Syracuse temporarily closed due to security concern

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