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Shots fired near HomeGoods; possible silver Toyota involved

Heard on: Statewide RI Law Dispatch Group Calls

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Control to all units, be advised.

2/17/2026 06:47 PM

Weapons

George Washington Hwy, Lincoln, RI 02865

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AI Summary

Weapons reported near George Washington Hwy, Lincoln, RI 02865 on Feb 17, 2026, 6:47 PM. As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding in Lincoln for reported shots fired near the HomeGoods/retail plaza off George Washington Highway. AI-generated summary from public dispatch audio. Not an official report.

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