Crime
Lockdown at East Hampton Middle School lifted, no threat found
A middle-aged woman has made credible threats of violence against the schools
UPDATE: The East Hampton Police Department responded to a reported threat at the Middle School, prompting a precautionary lockdown and thorough search of the premises.
After a careful evaluation, the lockdown was lifted as the threat was determined to be unsubstantiated.
Due to the incident, parents and guardians should anticipate delays during the school pickup process. As this is an ongoing investigation, no further details will be released at this time.
ORIGINAL REPORT:
A serious threat has prompted a full lockdown at the East Hampton High School and elevated security measures at other schools in the district.
Local residents have been advised to shelter in place while law enforcement agencies, including the Connecticut State Police, respond to the incident.
The high school is currently on lockdown, while the middle and elementary schools are operating under heightened threat conditions.
Police officers have been deployed to all schools, and a canine unit has been requested to search the premises for a potential active shooter.
According to authorities, a middle-aged woman has made credible threats of violence against the schools, prompting the immediate response from law enforcement.
The situation remains ongoing, and updates will be provided as they become available.
MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Authorities have confirmed that a suspect is in custody following a shooting incident at the Meridian Mall on Friday afternoon.
As a result, the lockdown at the mall has been lifted.
The Meridian Township Police Department issued a public advisory just before 2:00 p.m., urging residents and shoppers to avoid the area near the Dick’s Sporting Goods entrance while officers conducted an active investigation at the scene.
At this time, police have not released specific details regarding the nature of the shooting, including whether anyone was injured or the circumstances surrounding the suspect’s arrest.
Law enforcement officials continue to investigate the incident and are expected to provide additional information as it becomes available.
The public is asked to remain clear of the immediate area to allow for the ongoing investigation.