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DEARBORN, Mich. – Police are responding to what’s being called an “active shooting scene” at a hotel in Downtown Dearborn on Thursday afternoon.

Dearborn police said they were engaged with a shooter at the Hampton Inn hotel at Michigan Avenue and near Military Street. Officers were called to the scene just after 1 p.m., and evacuated the hotel upon arrival.

Dearborn police said the shooter is not in custody but is “contained,” and said there was at least one victim that was transported to a local hospital. It appears the shooter is on the third floor of the hotel. Police said they are currently negotiating with the suspect. Police said they believe the shooter is armed with a long gun.

A police briefing is expected around 4 p.m. — you can watch it live in the video player above, or on Local 4 News.

Michigan State Police called it “an active shooting scene,” and added, “this situation is active and dangerous. Stay away from the scene.”

“There are still shots being fired by the suspect. Troopers and officers are working on clearing the entire area around the hotel,” MSP said.

Dearborn police also urged people to avoid the area until further notice. Duvall Elementary School has entered a precautionary “soft lockdown.”

This is a developing news story. Check back for updates.

There is a current active shooting scene at the Hampton Inn, 22324 Michigan Ave in Dearborn. This situation is active and dangerous. Stay away from the scene. pic.twitter.com/bLAlwdmDgn

— MSP Second District (@mspmetrodet) October 6, 2022

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