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Thursday, May 28, 2026

The Gainesville Ledger

Public Safety

Alachua County agencies hold largest-ever active shooter drill in downtown Gainesville

Law enforcement and first responders from Alachua County carried out a major active shooter training exercise Wednesday morning in downtown Gainesville, temporarily closing portions of University Avenue and nearby roads. Officials described it as the largest such drill they have ever conducted, running multiple scenarios designed to simulate realistic emergency conditions.

Sources: WCJB TV20

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