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A 34-year-old man was arrested at Westgate Mall in Spartanburg, SC, following a violent outbreak including multiple attempted carjackings and assaults on officers. After being removed from the mall, he tried to carjack a police vehicle and assaulted officers, leading to his eventual subdual by law enforcement and bystanders. A mental health evaluation was initiated due to reported issues prior to the incident. The man now faces several charges, raising concerns about mental health and public safety.
Spartanburg, South Carolina – A 34-year-old man named Christopher Antwan Price was arrested on August 5, 2025, after a violent disturbance at Westgate Mall escalated into multiple attempted carjackings and assaults on law enforcement officers. The incident unfolded around 4 p.m. when the Spartanburg Police Department received reports of Price attacking patrons within the mall.
Security personnel at Westgate Mall intervened and removed Price from the interior premises, but his aggressive behavior continued outside, prompting police to respond. Upon their arrival, Price attempted to carjack a police vehicle, forcibly entering the driver’s seat and even partially sitting on an officer’s lap. In a further escalation, Price punched the officer in the face while inside the patrol vehicle.
Law enforcement attempted to control Price using a Taser, but he proved resistant, leading to another failed Taser deployment shortly after he exited the vehicle. Price continued to pose a threat to officers, punching another officer in the face as well. He was ultimately subdued by several officers and bystanders, who worked together to bring him to the ground and hold his legs down while he was handcuffed.
Following his arrest, Price was transported to a local hospital for a mental health evaluation. It has been reported that family members disclosed Price had jumped out of their vehicle during a mental health episode shortly before the incident at the mall. He had been experiencing mental health challenges for approximately four days prior to the event, which may have contributed to his erratic behavior.
Price is facing a series of charges including three counts of assault and battery, three counts of carjacking, two counts of resisting arrest, and one count of breach of peace. A hearing was held following his arrest, during which Price was denied bond. The Spartanburg Police Department has confirmed that an investigation into the incident remains ongoing.
This incident has raised concerns about mental health and public safety, particularly in busy locations such as shopping malls. It highlights the significant challenges that law enforcement faces when dealing with individuals exhibiting signs of mental distress. The cooperation between officers and citizens played a crucial role in safely subduing Price and preventing further harm.
As the investigation unfolds, authorities aim to gather more information about Price’s recent mental health struggles and how they may have interacted with his actions during the incident. The Spartanburg community is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious or aggressive behavior to local authorities as the police work to ensure public safety.
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Additional Resources
- Fox Carolina: Man Attempts to Steal Patrol Vehicle
- WYFF4: Westgate Mall Incident
- Count On 2: Man Attempts to Steal Spartanburg Police Car
- Wikipedia: Mental Health
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Criminal Justice
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