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Rogers Heights Elementary Lockdown Ends With Two Apprehended

A report of an armed person near a Maryland elementary school sparked a police search that forced multiple schools into lockdown before officers tracked down two suspects.

Rogers Heights Elementary

Rogers Heights Elementary

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Prince George's County Police officers were called to the 4300 block of 58th Avenue near Rogers Heights Elementary School shortly after 10:40 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 9, following a report of a suspicious person with a gun.

Rogers Heights Elementary and other schools in the immediate area were placed on lockdown as officers searched the neighborhood.

Police said the search led to the apprehension of two suspects, a man and a woman, and the recovery of a handgun.

The lockdowns have since been lifted, authorities confirmed.

Police have not identified the suspects or announced any charges. It is also unclear which other schools were affected or how the recovered handgun was connected to the suspects.

The investigation is ongoing.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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