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Madison Police Chief Urges Community To Avoid Vigil Site

Police walk outside the Abundant Life Christian School following a shooting, Monday, Dec. 16, 2024 in Madison, Wis. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)

Madison Police Chief Shon Barnes has requested the community to refrain from organizing a vigil at Abundant Life Christian School due to it being an active crime scene. The school is currently under police monitoring, and access to the property is restricted.

Chief Barnes emphasized that the school is off-limits to the public, with no entry permitted onto the premises. This precaution is in place to ensure the integrity of the ongoing investigation and to maintain the safety of all individuals involved.

It is crucial for community members to respect the boundaries set by law enforcement and to cooperate with the authorities during this sensitive time. Holding a vigil at the school could potentially interfere with the investigative process and compromise the evidence being gathered.

Access to the school is restricted as it is an active crime scene under police monitoring.
Chief Barnes urges community to refrain from organizing vigil at Abundant Life Christian School.
Community members are reminded to respect boundaries set by law enforcement.

Chief Barnes assured that the police are diligently working to gather information and piece together the details of the incident. By securing the crime scene and limiting access, law enforcement aims to facilitate a thorough and unbiased investigation.

As the situation unfolds, Chief Barnes urged the community to show support in ways that do not disrupt the investigative efforts. He emphasized the importance of allowing the authorities to carry out their duties without interference, in order to achieve a resolution to the case.

For the safety and well-being of everyone involved, it is imperative that the community adheres to the instructions provided by law enforcement regarding access to the school property. Chief Barnes expressed gratitude for the cooperation of the community and reiterated the significance of maintaining a secure and controlled environment at the crime scene.

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