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LWPD Investigating Shot Fired Call – School Briefly Placed On Heightened Security

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Lake Wales, Florida – The Lake Wales Police Department confirmed they are investigating a gun shot call on Sessoms Ave & 3rd Street.

According to police Bok Academy North was placed on heightened security during the incident.

The heightened security has been listed and LWPD advised the community is in no danger. We will update as more information is released

*Update*: Sadly this turned out to be a suicide. No further details available.

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