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Armed Suspect Arrested Following Shooting Threat at Coronado High School in Lubbock
Witnesses reported a significant police presence around the campus as officers detained the suspect without incident.
Lubbock authorities apprehended a man outside Coronado High School after receiving a tip about a potential threat of violence on campus.
The suspect’s identity has not been disclosed.
As a precautionary measure, Coronado High School immediately went into lockdown to ensure the safety of students and staff.
Witnesses reported a significant police presence around the campus as officers detained the suspect without incident.
Authorities confirmed that the man was armed, but no shots were fired, and the situation was quickly brought under control.
While the suspect’s motives are still being investigated, local law enforcement and school officials have worked together to ensure the safety of the campus and all students.
Police have stated that the individual had no known connection to Coronado High School.
The incident has understandably caused concern among parents and students.
Many parents rushed to the school after hearing about the arrest, but authorities are reassuring the public that the situation was effectively handled and there is no ongoing threat to the campus.
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3 killed after car crashes into freight train in Harvey, victims identified
No injuries were reported among the train crew or passengers, CSX stated.
A tragic crash in the south suburbs on Wednesday resulted in the deaths of three people, following a devastating collision with a freight train.
The incident occurred at approximately 12:31 p.m. near 152nd Street and Park Avenue in Harvey, close to Thornton Township High School.
Emergency crews spent about eight hours on the scene, investigating the deadly crash and its aftermath.
According to officials from CSX Transportation, a vehicle ignored the lowered crossing gates and collided with the side of a freight train.
The three individuals inside the vehicle suffered fatal injuries as a result of the impact.
The Cook County Medical Examiner confirmed the deaths, identifying the victims as Kimberly Kimmy Kim, Crystal Jakubowski, and Keith (last name not released).
No injuries were reported among the train crew or passengers, CSX stated.
At this time, the exact circumstances leading up to the crash remain unclear. It is not yet known why the driver bypassed the crossing gates.
CSX, in cooperation with Illinois State Police and the Harvey Police Department, is conducting a thorough investigation into the cause of the collision.
Although Dolton police were present at the scene, CSX clarified that they are not handling the investigation.
As of now, no further details have been released, and the investigation is ongoing. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward to assist with the inquiry.