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Shelter-in-place order lifted for neighborhood near Memorial Park

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COLORADO SPRINGS — Colorado Springs Police had asked neighbors near 600 S Prospect St to shelter in place as they search for a wanted person in the area, that's according to the emergency alert system Peak Alerts.

The order was lifted just after 7:00 p.m. At this time it is unclear if anyone was arrested.

Neighbors were asked to stay indoors, and lock and stay away from windows and doors around 6:00 p.m. on Sunday evening.

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A spokesperson with the department tells News5 they were searching for a suspect on the run and have issued the warning as a precaution as they do not know if the individual is armed or not.

We will update this article once more information is released.

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