Syracuse police have launched an active investigation in the 800 and 900 blocks of Hawley Avenue following reports of shots being fired near Dr. Edwin E. Weeks Elementary School on Friday morning at approximately 9:15 a.m. As a result, both blocks of Hawley Avenue have been closed off until further notice, and authorities are urging the public to avoid the area if possible. While the investigation is ongoing, there is currently no known threat to the public.

Update 12:16 PM: The investigation has concluded, and both blocks have been reopened.