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There is an “active shooter” situation underway in Williamsburg, Virginia at Ebby’s Auto Painting/Collision on 2nd Street.
According to Dennis Ivey, Captain of the York-Poquoson Sheriff’s Office, the suspect is barricaded inside the body shop. No word yet on any injuries or if the incident is terror-related.
Nearby Magruder Elementary School and Queens Lake Middle School have been placed on lockdown.
There was one victim who was taken to the hospital.
via WAVY:
Ivey says people inside businesses or homes near the shop should shelter in place. People are being asked to avoid the area.
Ivey said they are asking the community to refrain from using social media to talk about the incident. They want to make sure deputies and the suspect are safe. Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center was initially placed on lockdown, due to a recommendation by police.
The hospital is now operating on controlled access. Sentara officials say security is checking the ID’s of outpatients who have scheduled procedures. Visitors are being asked to stay home until the incident is resolved.
About Williamsburg, Virginia
Williamsburg is an independent city in the Commonwealth of Virginia. In 2014, the population was estimated to be 14,691.
