Amherst Police found no firearms or ammunition while investigating an incident on Tuesday which resulted in a public alert being issued, and local schools going into “hold and secure” mode.
At about noon on Tuesday, police were advised that a male, wearing what appeared to be a bulletproof vest with a firearm strapped to the front, was spotted in the area of East Pleasant and Church streets in Amherst.
After sharing the information via social media and issuing an emergency alert, police received calls from the public that led them to the person.
Police confirmed they found a youth wearing a “tactical” vest, which looks like a ballistic vest worn by police officers or military personnel. Numerous pouches that would be used to carry ammunition or other equipment were attached to the vest.
They did not locate a firearm or any ammunition.
