Winston-Salem park shooting: Two people killed, suspects identified and located - WXII
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Two Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools are on secure hold due to a shooting incident.
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This incident raises concerns about school safety and the potential for violence in communities where residents live.
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Two Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools were placed on secure hold following a shooting incident near a park. This measure is typically enacted to ensure the safety of students and staff when a potential threat is identified in the vicinity. The secure hold means movement within the schools is restricted, and exterior doors are locked. The incident occurred close enough to necessitate this protective action for the educational institutions.
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