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Lockdown at Wingate has been lifted

WINGATE, N.C. — Officials lifted a lockdown at Wingate University Friday evening.

Suspicious individuals with a potential handgun were sighted near Cannon Residence Hall, according to a text message sent from Wingate University to students earlier Friday evening.

Law enforcement responded and asked asked everyone to take shelter in place until all is clear.

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