Colfax is a city in Placer County, California, with a population of approximately 1,995.
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Report of possibly armed person prompts temporary shelter-in-place at Colfax High School
Report of possibly armed person prompts temporary shelter-in-place at Colfax High School KCRA
Armed man reported near Colfax schools, deputies secure area
Armed man reported near Colfax schools, deputies secure area FOX40
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