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The University of Maryland has called a shelter in place has been called at after police say they are searching for an armed suspect in an off-campus robbery.
An off-campus incident was reported around 1 p.m. EST. Officers from PGPD and University of Maryland PD have responded and are searching for suspects on campus near the Chesapeake building and Paint Branch Dr.
Authorities are reportedly searching for a black male, with short bushy hair, wearing a hoodie, and who is armed with a handgun. At this time, the suspects are not in custody.
Police are asking anyone in the area to continue to shelter in place and to avoid the area and follow all public safety orders.
Additional information will be provided when it becomes available.