CLEAN : Manchester: Arndale shopping center evacuated false alarm

The transcript describes a sudden and alarming incident at a shopping center. While visiting a pharmacy, the speaker witnessed armed police entering the food court, instructing people to leave the area. Despite the rest of the shopping center remaining open, the situation escalated as people began to run and panic ensued. A man shouted warnings, prompting everyone to evacuate the building. The experience was described as quite frightening.

What was the initial location the speaker was heading to?

What action did the police take in the food court?

How did the speaker react when they saw people running?

What did the speaker hear that prompted them to run outside?

How did the speaker describe the situation they experienced?