The Flagstaff Police Department are investigating a shooting incident in the area of Bushmaster Park, 3150 N Alta Vista Dr on Wednesday.
However, no further details about the incident have been revealed yet. No injuries were reported at the scene, authorities said in a social media post.
The Flagstaff Police Department wrote on Facebook: “At approximately 11:15 am a report of shots fired was received by Flagstaff Police in the area of Bushmaster Park, 3150 N Alta Vista Dr. Witnesses in the area described the individual shooting the handgun as a slim build Native American male approximately 20-30 years old wearing all black and possibly having a tattoo on his arms. No injuries were reported at Bushmaster Park.”
The department further added that the suspect fled the scene. Local media outlets said that schools are in a shelter in place due to a police situation ongoing at Bushmaster Park.
Law enforcement personnel are actively following up on leads and searching for the individual who was reported to have fled in a north to west direction from Bushmaster Park after the shooting. If anyone has information regarding this individual or possibly sees the individual, please call Flagstaff Police. The subject is considered armed at this time.
A man “came up and asked for a cigarette, then threatened to shoot the park up,” according to a witness who spoke to the police police. A Native American man in his 20s or 30s who is described as being thin and wearing all black and potentially having a tattoo on his arms is the person who is being thought to be responsible for the crime.
The search, which is concentrating on the regions to the north and west of the park, is being assisted by a helicopter from the Department of Public Safety. Both Flagstaff and Coconino high schools, as well as Sinagua, MEMS, Puente de Hozho, and Summit, have been released from their confinement; however, other schools continue to remain in their shelters.
You should remain inside and lock all of your doors and windows if you live in the neighbourhood where the search is taking place. Please contact the Flagstaff Police Department or dial 9-1-1 if you have any information regarding the whereabouts of the suspects.
The incident highlights the importance of prioritizing safety in schools and the need for effective communication between law enforcement, school districts, and the public during emergency situations.
The RCMP and the Anglophone East School District have been praised for their swift response to the situation and their commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of students and staff.
The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilance and preparedness in emergency situations. It also highlights the need for ongoing communication and collaboration between law enforcement, school districts, and the public to ensure the safety and well-being of all individuals involved.
In the aftermath of the incident, the Anglophone East School District has reaffirmed its commitment to providing a safe and supportive learning environment for all students and staff. The district has also expressed its gratitude to the RCMP and other emergency responders for their prompt and effective response to the situation.
The incident is a sobering reminder of the dangers of reckless behaviour and the importance of prioritizing safety on the roads. The police are urging anyone with information to come forward and assist in the investigation. The community is coming together to support the victims and to promote a message of safety and responsibility on the roads.
The heavy police presence in the neighbourhood was part of a police operation that has not been disclosed to the public. Fire crews were also on the scene, and yellow police tape cordoned off a large area.
The lockdown of the two schools was lifted after the RCMP determined that there was no criminal activity involved. The students and staff were deemed safe, and there were no documented instances of harm.
The Flagstaff Police Department is reportedly conducting an investigation into a shooting incident that occurred on Wednesday in the vicinity of Bushmaster Park, which is located at 3150 N Alta Vista Dr., according to local media sites. On the other hand, there has been no additional information disclosed about the incident as of yet. According to the officials, there were no reports of injuries at the location. At approximately 11:15 in the morning, officials said they received a report of shots being fired. According to witnesses, the man was firing a handgun at persons in the area. There have been no reports of physical harm.
