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Summary:
Masked individuals prompted a brief lockdown at Milwaukee Area Technical College’s downtown campus on October 23rd. Police responded to the incident, determined the individuals had left the campus, and lifted the lockdown approximately an hour later. Authorities are seeking the masked individuals and have stated there is no evidence of firearms being involved.
News Article:
Masked Individuals Trigger Lockdown at MATC Downtown Campus; Police Investigation Underway
Milwaukee, WI – Milwaukee Area Technical College’s (MATC) downtown campus was placed on lockdown Monday afternoon after the arrival of masked individuals on campus, according to a Milwaukee Police Department spokesperson.
The incident began around 1:47 p.m. when the masked people arrived at the downtown campus, prompting the lockdown. Students and staff were notified and instructed to shelter in place.
According to MATC spokesperson Darryl Fortune, the lockdown was lifted approximately an hour later after police determined the individuals had left the premises and there was no active threat.
“The Milwaukee Police Department responded swiftly to the situation,” said the police spokesperson. “We are currently investigating the incident and seeking the individuals involved. At this time, there is no evidence to suggest any firearms were involved.”
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to contact the Milwaukee Police Department at 414-935-7212. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 414-224-Tips or through the P3 Tips app.
The investigation is ongoing.
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