Orlando: Reports of Gunman Near Brevard County Courthouse in Florida

Orlando: Reports of Gunman Near Brevard County Courthouse in Florida
Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
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An alleged gunman was reported near the courthouse near Orlando, Fla., on Friday morning. Viera High School and Viera Charter School were both on lockdown, as was the courthouse.

ClickOrlando.com reported that the man was near the Brevard County courthouse, which was placed on lockdown.

Viera High School and Viera Charter School are located nearby and they were locked down as a precaution.

Deputies said the gunman was “contained,” the website reported.

Authorities were negotiating with the man. Deputies were also spotted on the roof.

Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
Jack Phillips is a breaking news reporter who covers a range of topics, including politics, U.S., and health news. A father of two, Jack grew up in California's Central Valley. Follow him on X: https://twitter.com/jackphillips5
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