NORWICH, Conn. (WTNH) — The “hold in place” for all schools in Norwich has been lifted Thursday afternoon amid nearby police activity.
Norwich police responded to Sullivan Drive for a report of shots fired. No victims were wounded, police said.
Stanton Elementary and Teachers Memorial Junior High were first placed on a brief lockdown due to their proximity to the scene, police said.
Norwich police are also investigating an “unrelated” incident on Salem Turnpike.
Schools have resumed regular activity, police said, and extra officers remain at the schools as a precaution.