Roanoke Police are investigating a hoax call that claimed someone had been shot at a local Target store, prompting a swift response from 10 to 15 officers who treated the situation as an active shooter scenario. Crime Prevention Specialist Hannah Glasgow explained that police acted on the initial call, which indicated the potential for danger, to ensure the safety of shoppers and staff in the area.
The false alarm, traced to an out-of-state number that could have been disguised, underscores the serious implications of such incidents, as they divert resources from real emergencies. Authorities encourage anyone with information about the hoax to come forward, emphasizing that every false report can potentially delay response times in critical situations.
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