Southern Park Mall Closes Over Operational Safety Concerns

The Southern Park Mall in Boardman has been closed to the public due to operational safety concerns, effective November 3. Multiple reports from viewers confirmed that employees at various stores, including Bath and Body Works and Hollister, were instructed not to report to work.

Details of the Closure

The mall manager, Vince Tyler, communicated the closure through a text message to employees. The reasons behind the operational safety concerns have not yet been clarified. As a result, many common areas of the mall are inaccessible.

Businesses Still Operating

Despite the closure of the mall itself, some businesses with independent entrances remain operational. These include:

• JCPenney
• Macy’s
• Buffalo Wild Wings

Ongoing Developments

Signs indicating the mall’s closure have been placed at all entrances. Emegypt is actively seeking more information regarding the safety issues and the expected duration of the closure.

As updates become available, the community will be informed of any changes to the status of Southern Park Mall. Safety remains a priority as officials address the concerns prompting this unexpected shutdown.