Crime
Lockdown at East Hampton Middle School lifted, no threat found
A middle-aged woman has made credible threats of violence against the schools
UPDATE: The East Hampton Police Department responded to a reported threat at the Middle School, prompting a precautionary lockdown and thorough search of the premises.
After a careful evaluation, the lockdown was lifted as the threat was determined to be unsubstantiated.
Due to the incident, parents and guardians should anticipate delays during the school pickup process. As this is an ongoing investigation, no further details will be released at this time.
ORIGINAL REPORT:
A serious threat has prompted a full lockdown at the East Hampton High School and elevated security measures at other schools in the district.
Local residents have been advised to shelter in place while law enforcement agencies, including the Connecticut State Police, respond to the incident.
The high school is currently on lockdown, while the middle and elementary schools are operating under heightened threat conditions.
Police officers have been deployed to all schools, and a canine unit has been requested to search the premises for a potential active shooter.
According to authorities, a middle-aged woman has made credible threats of violence against the schools, prompting the immediate response from law enforcement.
The situation remains ongoing, and updates will be provided as they become available.
CINCINNATI, OH – A 42-year-old man was fatally shot in Clifton Heights on Saturday afternoon, prompting an investigation by the Cincinnati Police Department (CPD) Homicide Unit.
Authorities responded to reports of a shooting in the 600 block of Riddle Road at approximately 4:13 p.m. on March 9.
Upon arrival, officers discovered a male victim, later identified as Kevin Garr, 42, suffering from a gunshot wound.
Emergency responders transported Garr to the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, where he was pronounced deceased.
As of now, no arrests have been made in connection with the shooting.
Detectives from the CPD Homicide Unit have launched an active investigation and are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Authorities urge anyone with information regarding the shooting to contact the Homicide Unit at (513) 352-3542. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Crime Stoppers.