Tybee Island, Georgia, is preparing for the annual Orange Crush beach party, which has historically drawn large crowds of Black college students and led to chaos and safety concerns. The city is implementing roadblocks, extra police presence, and parking closures in an effort to control the event, sparking criticism of racial bias. While officials claim the measures are for public safety, critics argue that the crackdown unfairly targets Black visitors and perpetuates racial tensions. The event's organizers deny promoting unpermitted activities, and the community remains divided over the handling of the annual gathering.
A heavy police presence in West Warwick was prompted by the discovery of an "empty shell" inside a storage unit, leading to an evacuation of the area out of caution, including a nearby daycare, but police have confirmed that there is no threat to the public.
A heavy police presence was reported in Ludlow after shots were fired involving an officer, leading to a large perimeter being set up and one person taken into custody. The incident occurred early Thursday morning, with witnesses reporting suspects fleeing the scene. The investigation is ongoing, but authorities have assured the public that there is currently no danger.
A heavy police presence was reported outside a home in Warwick, leading to temporary shelter-in-place measures at Lippit Elementary School and Warwick Veterans Memorial Middle School, which have since been lifted. All students and staff are safe, and 12 News is on the scene gathering more information.
A social media threat towards Taft High School in Woodland Hills caused panic among students, leading to a massive police presence and hundreds of parents rushing to the school. The Los Angeles Unified School District is investigating the threat, but has stated that there is currently no evidence of a credible threat. Students were seen fleeing the campus out of caution, with some reporting seeing a threatening Instagram post. The school district and LAPD have increased patrols in and around the campus, urging parents and students to report any concerning behavior or statements.
A heavy police presence gathered outside a West Warwick apartment complex after neighbors reported hearing gunshots early in the morning. Police focused on a car with bullet holes in the window and windshield, and the area was placed on lockdown with nearby schools affected. No one was in custody as of 9:30 a.m., and the scene was cleared by noon.
A heavy police presence in St. Paul's Payne-Phalen neighborhood, including multiple squad cars and SWAT vehicles outside an apartment building, has mostly cleared by 7:30 a.m., with only a couple of squad cars remaining. The reason for the police presence has not been disclosed, and WCCO has reached out to the St. Paul Police Department for more information.
Iredell County road closed due to heavy police presence related to a triple shooting in Mooresville is set to reopen soon, as the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation was called in to investigate the incident.
Miami Beach launches "Spring Break Breakup" campaign with new restrictions and increased police presence to limit chaos after last year's violent spring break, including $100 flat fees for parking, doubled towing rates for nonresidents, closed parking garages, limited beach access, and increased law enforcement measures. The city aims to prevent unlawful activity and chaotic scenes seen in previous years, following two deadly shootings and nearly 500 arrests during last year's spring break.
There is a heavy police presence in northeast Albuquerque near Osuna Road and Moon Street NE, as officers with the bomb squad are conducting an investigation at a residence, examining materials found inside. Osuna Road NE is currently closed in both directions near Moon Street NE and Wyoming Boulevard NE.
Manitou Dr. in Shoto, Manitowoc County, is closed with a police presence and the bridge blocked off to traffic, possibly related to the search for missing three-year-old Elijah Vue. The Two Rivers Police Department announced they would be searching through the night, and caution tape can be seen in the area.
A search is underway in Two Rivers for a missing 3-year-old boy named Elijah Vue, who was last seen at his home on Mishicot Road. An Amber Alert has been issued, and residents have organized a search party in the area. Police are asking neighbors to check their properties and doorbell cameras for any sign of the boy, who was last seen wearing gray sweatpants and red and green dinosaur slip-on shoes. Authorities are urging people not to use their own drones for the search to avoid interfering with law enforcement efforts.
A hostage situation is unfolding at the Drury Hotel in downtown St. Louis, with an armed man holding a woman and children in a room. Two children have been released, but the woman remains hostage. St. Louis City Police and a SWAT team are on the scene, urging locals to avoid the area.
Baltimore County police are dealing with a barricade situation at the entrance to the NCR Trail after a suspicious vehicle with a concerning sign was reported in the parking lot. The police have set up a perimeter and requested support from crisis negotiation and tactical units, and have confirmed that the suspected armed individual is alone in the vehicle. Road closures are in place, and the situation is ongoing.
Another body has been found in connection to the triple murder in Reedley, California, with a large police presence at a neighboring home where a male was discovered dead in the garage. Multiple search warrants were served, and three individuals have been detained for questioning as the investigation continues.
