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Threats of shooting reported near West 55th Avenue, Merrillville IN

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W 55th Ave #1a, Merrillville, IN 46410

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report near West 55th Avenue where an individual and her children were threatened with a shooting about 30 minutes prior.

Audio|Heard on: Hobart Area Public Safety
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Kennedy announced near West 55th Avenue for a threat report.
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Near West 55th Avenue, apartment 1A.
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Caller advised total company threatened to shoot her and her children half an hour ago.

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Location mentioned:
W 55th Ave #1a, Merrillville, IN 46410

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