Suspect flees scene after stabbing inside Salem Center Mall, police say

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- A man was stabbed in Salem Center Mall Friday afternoon and police said another man fled the scene.

Salem police responded to the second floor of the mall just before 12:30 p.m. Upon their arrival, officers say they found a man with life-threatening injuries, which they believe were caused by a stabbing.

The victim was transported to a local hospital, but his condition is currently unknown.

Police say a second man fled from the scene, who is suspected of being involved in the incident.

The investigation is still active and police said that a portion of the mall will remain closed.

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