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Heavy police presence in Wilkes-Barre Township

Police gathered along Myrtle Street in the township around 10 p.m. Friday night.
Credit: WNEP

WILKES-BARRE TOWNSHIP, Pa. — A heavy police presence gathered in Wilkes-Barre Township late Friday night.

Wilkes-Barre Township Police Department issued a Shelter in Place Advisory for residents in the area of St. John’s Byzantine Church, Chestnut Street, and Church Street.

There is no word on what led police to the area.

This is a developing story, please check back for more updates.

⚠️ Active Police Incident ⚠️ Shelter In Place Advisory for residents area St. John’s Byzantine Church for Marcy Street, Chestnut Street & Church Street.

Posted by Wilkes-Barre Township Police Department on Friday, January 6, 2023

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