Crime
Student shot at Joppatowne High School, 1 person in custody
Authorities have apprehended a person off campus, though the reasons for their arrest remain unclear.
UPDATE: A Harford County Public Schools representative confirmed that an isolated incident occurred at Joppatowne High School on Friday.
According to first responders, one student sustained injuries, but the incident was not an active shooter situation.
Authorities have apprehended a person off campus, though the reasons for their arrest remain unclear.
The school is cooperating closely with the Harford County Sheriff’s Office as they investigate the incident.
Harford County Sheriff’s Office Statement Regarding Joppatowne High School Incident
“Joppatowne High School families, please be informed that the Harford County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to the school today to address an isolated incident on campus. There was a physical altercation between known individuals, during which a weapon was brought onto the school grounds and used. We are currently investigating the matter.”
The Harford County Sheriff’s Office is advising the public that there is no active shooter situation at Joppatowne High School. The incident is isolated and contained. Please avoid the area.
A reunification center has been established at Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church for parents to pick up their children.
Media staging for the Joppatowne High School incident will be at the Redner’s Market on Joppa Farm Road.
ORIGINAL REPORT:
First responders were dispatched to Joppatowne High School on Friday afternoon following an incident.
The school was evacuated at approximately 12:45 PM. While the Harford County Sheriff’s Office confirmed there was no active threat, they did not immediately disclose the nature of the investigation.
A spokesperson for Harford County Public Schools stated that the incident was isolated and school administrators are collaborating closely with local authorities.
Unconfirmed reports indicate that at least one person has been shot.
The scene witnessed a significant presence of law enforcement, including sheriff’s deputies, firefighters, and paramedics.
Several ambulances were observed departing from the school, and a Maryland State Police helicopter landed on the school’s athletic field.
Authorities were seen apprehending an individual off campus. Further details regarding the incident are pending investigation.
Police ask public to please stay out of the area.
This is a developing story that will be updated when more information is available.
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. — Authorities are investigating a deadly shooting that occurred at the MGM National Harbor Hotel and Casino, leaving one man dead and another injured. Prince George’s County Police confirmed the fatality in a statement released on social media.
According to investigators, two adult men were struck by gunfire during the incident.
One victim was pronounced dead as a result of his injuries.
The second victim sustained a non-life-threatening injury after a bullet grazed him and was treated at the scene or a nearby medical facility.
Police stated that the suspect fled the location immediately after the shooting and remains at large.
At this time, officials have not released information regarding what led up to the incident. However, investigators emphasized that preliminary findings suggest the shooting was not a random act of violence.
The investigation remains active, and authorities have not yet disclosed the identities of the victims or provided a suspect description.
Anyone with information related to the incident is urged to contact Prince George’s County Police as the search for the shooter continues.