RAPID CITY, S.D. – Rapid City police say a report of a possible weapon on Covington Street Saturday morning turned out to be a false alarm.
Officers investigated the incident and determined that a firework had been set off in the area. Authorities say no rifle was located and no gunshots had been fired.
Police also contacted an individual who was carrying a crossbow nearby, but investigators determined there was no foul play and no threat to public safety.
One person was arrested on an unrelated warrant during the investigation. However, authorities say they were unable to identify the person responsible for setting off the firework.
Police say the incident remains closed, with no danger to the public.
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