Several American University dorms evacuated due to police activity
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Several dorms at American University have been evacuated due to an increased police presence in the area.
The university states that dorms, including Centennial, Letts, and Anderson, have been evacuated.
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Additionally, a shelter-in-place has been issued for the Hall of Science, Watkins, Kreeger, and Hamilton buildings.
Police are asking the public to avoid the area.
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