News Summary
In light of ongoing law enforcement activities due to a recent kidnapping and armed robbery near the school, Mahtomedi High School has canceled its homecoming football game against Bloomington Kennedy Eagles. The incident occurred in the nearby Grant area, prompting a strong police response and a ‘code red’ alert for residents to shelter in place. The safety of students and community members is a priority as authorities continue to conduct their investigation and search for the suspects. Refunds will be issued for purchased tickets.
Mahtomedi, Minnesota – Mahtomedi High School has canceled its homecoming football game, originally set for this Friday night, due to ongoing law enforcement activities in the nearby area. The cancellation follows a 911 call received by the Washington County Sheriff’s Office regarding a kidnapping and armed robbery that occurred around 5 p.m. on the 7300 block of Inwood Way in Grant, Minnesota.
Three victims were located at the scene of the incident; fortunately, they were uninjured. However, the situation prompted authorities to initiate a robust response due to the ongoing search for the suspects, who have been described by witnesses as two black males with black dreadlocks, approximately 5’10” to 6’ tall, and wearing black and brown clothing. Authorities believe that the suspects may be armed and dangerous.
In response to the incident, a “code red” alert was issued for the area surrounding 75th Street North and Inwood Way North, advising local residents to shelter in place. In tandem with this, the Mahtomedi Public Schools sent out a safety alert advising individuals on campus to either stay inside a locked vehicle or find a secure building until the situation was resolved.
Local law enforcement has urged community members not to approach the suspects and to report any suspicious activity immediately by calling 911. As of 9 p.m. on the same day, the suspects had not yet been apprehended, although police indicated that they did not believe the individuals were still in the immediate area.
In light of these developments, the Mahtomedi football team will not compete against the Bloomington Kennedy Eagles as initially planned. Electronic tickets purchased for the event will be refunded as per a statement released by Mahtomedi Public Schools on their social media channels. Currently, no details have emerged regarding the possibility of rescheduling the makeup game.
This situation remains fluid as law enforcement continues its investigation into the kidnapping and robbery. The authorities have characterized the incident as a developing story, and residents are encouraged to stay updated through official channels for any forthcoming information and safety instructions.
Community safety remains a priority amidst these events, and officials have assured the public that they are doing everything possible to address the situation. As the investigation unfolds, police will continue to provide updates to keep residents informed and secure.
As this incident marks a serious violation of community safety, the Mahtomedi area remains on high alert. Residents are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity as efforts continue to bring the suspects to justice and restore a sense of safety to the vicinity.
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