EPPD: No evidence supporting reports of armed individuals in El Paso locations
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Emergency dispatchers received reports Monday of armed individuals in El Paso locations, according to the El Paso Police Department. But police said in a post on X, no evidence was found supporting the claims.
Today, 911 received reports today of armed individuals in El Paso locations. No evidence was found supporting these claims. We remain vigilant and will update the public on any credible threats. Investigation into the false reports is in progress. #ElPasoSafety #StayInformed 🚔 pic.twitter.com/rgrLrskjLu
— EL PASO POLICE DEPT (@EPPOLICE) October 23, 2023
The department said it is investigating what they are calling false reports.
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