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Phenix City PD on scene of female in the Chattahoochee River
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Key takeaways
- Female was rescued from Chattahoochee River and taken into law enforcement custody.
- Phenix City police responded to standoff with female in river near amphitheater; rescue crews deployed.
UPDATE (03/16/2024 at 8:35 PM EST): The female was rescued from the water and taken into law enforcement custody.
Original story: Phenix City police officers are working a scene near the amphitheater along the Riverwalk
CNAW2News.com photographers on scene have spotted a female who appears to be in a standoff with law enforcement in the Chattahoochee River. It’s unclear how the incident began at this time.
Officers were seen carrying a blanket and clothes, while the female was located in the river.
Rescue crews are on the scene with boats.
This remains a developing story.
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