Crime & Safety
Missing Child Prompts Police Presence At Morris County High School
A precautionary lockdown was put in place.
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ — A missing child has prompted a police presence in and around a high school in Morris County.
On Tuesday, around 3 p.m., the Dover Police Department issued a statement saying that there is a law enforcement presence in the area of the Dover High School for a reported missing juvenile.
Officials said multiple agencies are assisting in the search.
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Dover Public Schools initiated a precautionary lockdown to "assist with police responding to the missing juvenile," officials said.
There is no danger to the students or community, officials added.
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