Authorities quickly arrived Friday evening at a public safety notification at Foster Park during the Haynes Apperson Festival following reports of a group of minors potentially holding a weapon near the food vendor section.
The report communicated to the officers present suggested that a gun might have been observed or referred to by a group of young people. Officials have not verified whether the existence of a weapon was seen firsthand or relayed indirectly.
Law enforcement personnel are thoroughly probing the circumstances, and a significant police presence continues at the location as they strive to guarantee the safety of festival-goers. At this time, there have been no arrests, and no injuries or gunfire have been documented.
“One officer present informed reporters, ‘We’re addressing this with seriousness and implementing all essential precautions.’” “Ensuring public safety is our top priority.”
The Haynes Apperson Festival is a popular yearly celebration in Kokomo that draws thousands of locals and tourists with musical acts, food stalls, fireworks, and various community events. The event has caused worry among festival attendees, but law enforcement is encouraging the community to stay composed as they finish their inquiry.
To ensure safety, certain zones around the food court were briefly evacuated while officers performed their search and interviews. Authorities have not verified if any weapon has been found.
Those possessing any details regarding the people involved or the mentioned firearm are urged to get in touch with the Kokomo Police Department right away.
