Crime & Safety
West Deptford Residents Urged To Stay Indoors Amid 'Active Incident'
West Deptford police said they were investigating an "active incident" on Mansion Avenue on Thursday.
WEST DEPTFORD, NJ — Authorities are investigating an "active incident" on Mansion Avenue in West Deptford on Wednesday, police said on social media.
West Deptford residents were urged to stay in their homes as authorities investigated, police said shortly after 1 p.m. There is no threat to the public at this time, authorities said.
Police also asked residents to avoid the area.
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As of 4:45 p.m., police had provided no updates.
There is an active incident and police investigation taking place on Mansion Avenue. There is no current threat to the public, however, we ask that this area is avoided and local residents stay in their homes at this time. We will provide an update when the situation is resolved.
— West Deptford Police (@WDPolice) October 5, 2023
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