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Residents in suburban Philadelphia township told to shelter in place after 'confirmed shootings'

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Residents in a suburban Philadelphia township were told to shelter in place Saturday morning following 'confirmed shootings,' police said. The shootings happened in Falls Township, Pennsylvania, about 28 miles from Philadelphia, according to a Facebook post by the Middletown Township Police Department. 'There are several gunshot victims and it is unknown at this time if they are targeted or random,' Middletown Township police said.

'This is a fluid situation and we are asking the community to take some precautions,' Middletown Township said. 'Do NOT travel to Falls Township until further notice. If you live in areas that border Falls, you should shelter in place until further notice.' In a Facebook post, Falls Township police told residents to shelter in place, lock their doors and move to a secure location away from windows. 'Please abide by all instructions given.

 

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