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Cyberattack crashes Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board phone lines, officials investigate

Officials are still investigating what data may have been breached

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The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board said it experienced a cyberattack this week.

In a statement to MPR News, the park board said its technology systems were attacked Wednesday morning by an unknown person or group. The phone lines are currently down, and park board staff are working to determine what information may have been accessed. They say there is no indication the systems used for program registration were affected.

“It is unfortunate that these types of cyberattacks are now common throughout the private and public sectors. The MPRB appreciates the public’s patience as it works to address the issue,” the statement said.

For any calls that require park police, people should call 911.

For administrative matters, residents can email info@minneapolisparks.org and the message will be routed to the appropriate department staff. The website will also provide information about parks, services and programs.