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Broward College is on lockdown, police activity reported [UPDATED]

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Broward College in Florida went into lockdown Wednesday, the college confirmed in a statement.

“There is police activity at Central Campus near building 9. Please avoid the area until further notice. Message 1,” The Broward College wrote in a tweet after reports of lockdown.

Officers are working hard right now to ensure public safety. At this time, there is a large police presence in the school area. Officials have yet to issue a formal report on the situation.

The area has been placed under lockdown until further notice. More information will be added as it becomes available.

UPDATE: According to Broward Bureau Chief for WSVN-TV, false report of a shooting causes lockdowns at several Davie schools.

UPDATE 2: Police responds to reports of shooter:

Broward college active shooter
Source: Frank Guzman
/ Twitter

UPDATE 3: Broward College said: “Due to heavy police activity, Central Campus is closed for the remainder of the day. All classes and business activities are suspended.”

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