A quiet Horizon City neighborhood turned into a police hotspot Monday as officers flooded the 14000 block of Sand Gate Drive, throwing up a perimeter and shutting down nearby streets while they worked an unfolding incident.
What police are saying
Officers asked the public to steer clear of the 14000 block of Sand Gate Drive while they responded to the situation, according to KFOX. At the time, details were still scarce and Horizon City police had not released additional information about what triggered the large response.
Multiple agencies on scene
Video shared on social media showed the scene packed with law enforcement, including units from the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office, with officers armed and setting up perimeters around the area, KTSM reported. The outlet also noted that police asked news crews to stay away while officers worked, saying information would be released once it was ready for the public.
How residents should respond
Neighbors were urged to avoid the affected streets until the scene is cleared and to reserve 911 calls for true emergencies. Nonemergency questions can be directed to the department’s line at (915) 852-1047, according to the Horizon City Police Department website. The site also carries official notices and press releases, where officials said they would post updates once they can share more.
What's next
Authorities have not publicly identified any suspects or victims, nor have they detailed what prompted the heavy response, according to KFOX. Local media and law enforcement say more information will be released as it becomes available.
