On 09/30/22 at around 7:00 PM, officers were requested to the Park Center homecoming football game to assist officers working the event. Officers were concerned about large groups of unruly teens and reports of some of the teens possibly in possession of a firearm. Patrol officers responded and found groups in the stands becoming unruly and verbal altercations occurring. Officers were also advised individuals who were denied access were attempting to get into the stadium by climbing the fence. Due to safety concerns to all in attendance, officers requested mutual aid assistance from the Hennepin County Sheriff's Department. Officers working along with school staff and community outreach members, made the decision to evacuate all spectators from the stadium but allow the game to continue. Officers, school staff, and community outreach were able to escort all spectators out safely and effectively. Officers stood by in the parking lot until everyone was able to safely leave the event. Officers were unable to locate any firearms on the grounds or on anyone. This incident drew a large police presence to the area. 

Alert sent on 09/30/2022 at 11:47PM EDT

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Alert delivered to the following groups: Notification Group, Birch Grove, Brookdale Park, Central, Park Center, and Village Creek

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