alerted

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Police were alerted the following day and he was arrested.

From BBC • Jun. 22, 2026

The two men were linked to the plot about a week before the UFC fight was scheduled, after a relative of an alleged co-conspirator alerted authorities.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 17, 2026

Local health departments have alerted residents to the potential for measles exposures at doctors offices.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 13, 2026

The island remains closed to the public through at least June 30, though the park has alerted people with campsite reservations through Aug. 14 that they may be be canceled.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

A ruckus of hooves and bleating outside alerted Anya to Dyedka’s return.

From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack