Update: Shelter-in-place warning lifted for area of Bijou and 17th Street in Old Colorado City
The Colorado Springs Police Department announced a shelter-in-place warning for the area around West Bijou Street and North 17th Street, which was in effect for around a half hour.
The warning came via Reverse 911 around 11:30 a.m. for residents in the area. The warning was lifted around noon.
Police had asking the public to avoid the area if possible. Residents already in the area were asked to stay indoors, lock and stay away from windows and doors.
“We are looking for a wanted party in the area,” police department spokesperson Caitlin Ford said of the warning.
West Elementary and Middle School, located roughly seven blocks away, was placed into secure status following the warning, according to a text notification sent to parents. A receptionist at the school said the campus was back to normal status as of 12:15 p.m.
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