Emergency crews responded after a major escalator malfunction during peak Christmas shopping hours caused a massive pile of people to form at the bottom of a crowded escalator in the Branson area. The incident unfolded as shoppers carrying bags were forced into the same landing area, creating a large mound of people before the escalator was stopped. Authorities secured the scene while medical personnel assisted those involved.#branson #ozarks #missouri #breakingnews #christmasshopping #mall #esc

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