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Heavy police activity reported at University of Toronto Mississauga in Canada, shelter-in-place order issued

Heavy police activity was reported at University of Toronto Mississauga in Canada, with a “police chopper and dozens of units” seen in the area.

Heavy police activity reported at University of Toronto Mississauga in Canada, shelter-in-place order issued

The University of Toronto has issued a shelter-in-place order for its Mississauga campus on Monday night following reports of police activity at a student residence hall. CityNews reports that a safety alert was posted to the university's website shortly after 9:30 p.m. and that the specific cause for the lockdown remains unknown. University officials have described the situation as an "active threat" and confirmed that emergency responders are on the scene.

Hindustan Times - World News reported heavy police activity in the area, noting the presence of dozens of units and a police chopper. CityNews further specified that the activity was reported at the Mcluhan Court residence located at 3330 Residence Road.

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