US: Police issue shelter-in-place order for part of Webster, N.Y., late Oct. 18

Event

Authorities in Webster, New York, issued a shelter-in-place order for parts of the village as police conduct an investigation. Traffic is shut on East Main Street from Philips Road to North/South Avenue. According to the police, the incident is contained. However, officials have not provided further details regarding the investigation.

A heightened security presence and localized traffic disruptions are likely over the coming hours.

Advice

Avoid the area until police give the all-clear. Strictly heed instructions from authorities if near the affected area.