GRAND MOUND, Iowa — Law enforcement cleared the area in the 600 block of Smith St. in Grand Mound Wednesday evening after a heavy presence of deputies, SWAT team members and state troopers.
News 8's Devin Brooks and Linnea Hoover arrived at the scene to learn that the incident was classified as a "swatting" call. Swatting aims to tie up first responders' resources. Law enforcement had blocked off the whole area to travelers, and News 8 witnessed a SWAT tactical team enter a home in the area.
About 10-15 minutes later, they came out and appeared to have resolved the situation in a peaceful manner. Law enforcement told News 8 that the house had been cleared.
According to officials, two families were inside and everyone was unharmed.
This all comes just a few months after a similar situation at area schools.
State and federal police are part of the investigations.
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Clinton County Sheriff's Office responds to active situation in Grand Mound
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An active situation is happening in the 600 block of Smith St. in Grand Mound Wednesday evening, with many law enforcement officers responding to an incident in the area.
News 8 crews are in the area right now where they've witnessed several deputies with the Clinton County Sheriff's Department responding to a situation. Also at the scene are Iowa State Patrol troopers and a SWAT team, all with their guns out.
News 8 is working to confirm more details as to what law enforcement is responding to.
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