Authorities in New Jersey are actively searching for a suspect responsible for a robbery at The Shops at Riverside in Hackensack. The incident occurred on September 22, 2026, beginning at approximately 11:50 a.m. According to Hackensack Police Department Chief Michael Antista, the suspect entered a Bloomingdale's store within the mall and smashed a jewelry display case, stealing several items. The loud noise of the shattered glass led multiple witnesses to believe shots had been fired, prompting numerous 911 calls reporting gunshots. However, investigators quickly determined that no firearms were discharged and the sound was solely the result of the broken display. No injuries were reported during the theft. As of 3:30 p.m. on the day of the incident, the suspect had not been apprehended, and the case remains under active investigation by Hackensack detectives. The Hackensack Police Department, along with the Bergen County Sheriff's Office, the county's Regional SWAT Team, and surrounding agencies, responded to the scene. The mall has since resumed normal operations, and officials stated there is no cause for public alarm at this time. The public is urged to remain vigilant and contact law enforcement with any information regarding the suspect's identity or whereabouts. This incident is currently classified as a robbery, and the suspect is considered at large. Investigators are reviewing surveillance footage and interviewing witnesses to identify the individual responsible for the theft and property damage.