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Missing Child Prompts Police Presence At Morris County High School

A precautionary lockdown was put in place.

MORRIS COUNTY, NJ — A missing child has prompted a police presence in and around a high school in Morris County.

On Tuesday, around 3 p.m., the Dover Police Department issued a statement saying that there is a law enforcement presence in the area of the Dover High School for a reported missing juvenile.

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Officials said multiple agencies are assisting in the search.

Dover Public Schools initiated a precautionary lockdown to "assist with police responding to the missing juvenile," officials said.

There is no danger to the students or community, officials added.

Check back with Patch as more details are made available.

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