UPDATE: Police response in Fairmount Park area

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8:48 PM: Thanks for the tips – we are told Fauntleroy Way SW is blocked at Dawson because of a police response. It is reported to be a “person in crisis” situation involving a juvenile. We are on our way to find out more. Avoid the area in the meantime.

9:04 PM: Our crew says this is ending and the juvenile is safe. Police tell us the road should reopen within 15 minutes or so.

7 Replies to "UPDATE: Police response in Fairmount Park area"

  • HD June 19, 2018 (8:51 pm)

    This is right next to my house. The little boy had a gun to his head.  Police are doing an anazing job trying to defuse the situation. 

    • WSB June 19, 2018 (9:05 pm)

      Several other people say he had a knife. Whatever it was, our crew is there and says it appears to have been safely resolved.

      • HD June 19, 2018 (9:16 pm)

        My neighbors also said it was a knife. Thankful he is safe!

  • LolaP June 19, 2018 (9:06 pm)

    Thank you so much. I saw the young man walking down Faulteroy. Am so deeply grateful that he is safe. This is Juneteenth, and a tragedy would be unbearable.

  • Erin McBride June 19, 2018 (9:07 pm)

    The juvenile ran past me with a knife. Scary situation. Glad to hear it’s diffused. I hope the kid receives some services and support. 

  • LolaP June 19, 2018 (9:07 pm)

    P.S. It was a knife.

  • Rachel June 19, 2018 (9:28 pm)

    So glad that the minor and everyone else is safe! I hope he receives some help and support. Good job SPD and others who may have helped!

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