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Rawlins Wyoming - RPD Responds to Shots Fired No Injuries 01 January 2024 ( news )
Rawlins , state Wyoming ( By Press Release office)
Jan 01,2024
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On Sunday , December 31st , 2023 at approx . 10:00pm the Rawlins Police Department , with assistance from Wyoming Highway Patrol and the Carbon County Sheriff’s Department , responded to a shots fired call in the area of the 1000 Block of 12th Street , Rawlins . We are thankful to report that no injuries have been reported due to the incident , and no damage has been located to any nearby property .
While investigating the source of the shots , additional shots were fired in close proximity to officers and a subject was observed firing from the rear of a residence . The home was identified and surrounded , while nearby houses were evacuated . A male subject eventually exited and was arrested . After investigation , the subject has been charged with reckless endangerment .
The Rawlins Police Department would like to remind our residents about the importance of responsible firearm ownership and usage . We would like to thank the WHP and CCSO for their response assistance and the neighbors for their cooperation during the incident .
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