US Naval Academy on lockdown as law enforcement responds to reports of threats [View all]

Source: WBAL TV

The U.S. Naval Academy is currently on lockdown, according to a spokesperson for Annapolis police.

"We cannot confirm an active threat, but are searching the area out of an abundance of caution," said Kortlan Jackson, a spokesperson for the police department.

In a statement, a spokesperson for the Naval Academy said: "Naval Support Activity Annapolis, in coordination with local law enforcement, is currently responding to reports of threats made to the Naval Academy. The base is on lockdown out of an abundance of caution. This is a developing situation and we will provide updates as they become available."

Video from SkyTeam 11 shows people running into a building at the Naval Academy with their hands in the air.

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