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Chicago is using Wrigley Field to stage 'active shooter' drill

Published Jul. 14, 2016 10:37 a.m. ET

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On Thursday at Wrigley Field, law enforcement officials and emergency responders will be conducting a simulated "active shooter incident."

The exercises will involve Chicago's fire department, police officers, the city's emergency office and the Chicago Cubs, according to the Chicago Tribune.

#WrigleyField now- law enforcement converge outside the friendly confines for fake emergency. #Thisisjustadrill pic.twitter.com/uMToBQ0oiN
— Roseanne Tellez (@RoseanneTellez) July 14, 2016

This is wise preparation by Chicago or a sad sign of the times, maybe both.

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