The Opelika High School is still on lockdown over an hour after law enforcement responded to the school after the School Resource Officer called the police over a “possible external threat.”
Police were informed about the possible threat around 10:45 Tuesday morning. School officials swiftly locked the school down, and law enforcement began sweeping the area.
Reports say law enforcement was called after a person was allegedly seen approaching the school. It is unclear if the alleged person was armed. School officials and law enforcement did not immediately respond to 1819 News’ request for clarification. As of now, police are saying all staff and students are safe. No suspects or arrests have been announced.
“At approximately 10:45 a.m. Opelika School Resource Officers were notified of a possible external threat at Opelika High School. School officials immediately placed the school on lockdown to ensure the safety of all students and staff. Opelika Police have set up a perimeter around the school and are currently investigating this incident. We will notify when the all-clear is given," the school announced.
The statement went on to inform parents and anyone arriving at the school at the back parking lot of Southern Union that no one is being allowed on the Opelika High School Campus at this time.
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