Bear spray leads to part of Crossgates being evacuated

Bear spray leads to part of Crossgates being evacuated

Bear spray was released inside part of Crossgates Mall, leading to an evacuation. It happened early Saturday evening near the new REI outdoor clothing and recreation supply store, police said.

Bear spray was released inside part of Crossgates Mall, leading to an evacuation.

It happened early Saturday evening near the new REI outdoor clothing and recreation supply store, police said.

Mahogany Gause, 19, of Albany is charged with assault, unlawful possession of noxious material and disorderly conduct – causing a hazardous condition.

Gause was in a fight before the spray was released, police said.

She was released on an appearance ticket and is due in Guilderland Town Court at a later date.