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18 May 2018 | 04:58 PM UTC

US: Explosive devices found after school shooting in Texas May 18

Police find explosive devices after school shooting in Santa Fe (Texas) results in the deaths of at least eight people May 18; heightened security presence and localized traffic restrictions expected in the coming hours

Warning

Event

Explosive devices have reportedly been found inside and around Santa Fe High School in Santa Fe (Texas), where a school shooting resulted in the deaths of at least eight people on Friday, May 18. One suspect has been arrested in connection to the shooting. A heightened security presence has been dispatched to the area; localized traffic restrictions (including road closures) are expected near the high school in the coming hours. Further details are still emerging.

Advice

Individuals in the affected area are advised to avoid Santa Fe High School and surrounding areas, monitor developments to the situation, prepare for associated traffic restrictions, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.