Crime
Shooting victim seeking help at Ben Lomond High School in Ogden
OGDEN, UTAH — Police are investigating an “active incident” near Ben Lomond High School after reports of an apparent shooting in the area on Monday afternoon, prompting precautionary lockdowns at several nearby schools.
According to the Ogden School District, the incident occurred in the vicinity of 7th Street and Monroe Boulevard.
Officials confirmed that the intended target of the shooting arrived on the Ben Lomond High School campus seeking help at approximately 2:50 p.m.
Police immediately responded and began investigating.
Authorities noted that the shooting took place after students had already been dismissed for the day at 2:35 p.m. and emphasized that there is no ongoing threat to students, staff, or the surrounding community.
As a precautionary measure, Highland Junior High School was placed under a “secure” protocol.
During this status, all students remained inside the building while exterior doors were locked to prevent entry or exit.
Police confirmed the school was safe, and the secure status was lifted at approximately 3:10 p.m., allowing students to go home under police supervision.
East Ridge Elementary School, which had dismissed students at 2:30 p.m., also implemented a brief secure protocol as some staff and students were still inside the building at the time of the incident.
The district further announced that all extracurricular activities at Ben Lomond High School have been canceled for the remainder of the day out of an abundance of caution.
The Ogden Police Department remains on scene and is actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
No additional details about suspects or injuries have been released at this time.
Authorities have released a significant update regarding the AMBER Alert issued in Austin, Texas.
Law enforcement officials confirm that the suspect connected to the case has been located, and the red 2017 Ford Mustang believed to have been involved has been recovered.
However, 12-year-old Jazzlyn Anzora remains missing.
Officials emphasize that the search for the child is ongoing and that she may still be in danger.
Missing Juvenile Information
Name: Jazzlyn Anzora
Age: 12
Height: 5 feet 3 inches
Weight: 140 pounds
Hair: Black
Eyes: Brown
Jazzlyn was last seen around 12:00 a.m. on February 24 in the 1700 block of Wells Branch Parkway in North Austin.
At the time she was last seen, she was reportedly wearing:
- A red sweater
- A white long-sleeve shirt
- Christmas-themed pants
- Carrying a Nike backpack
Suspect Information
Authorities previously identified the suspect as 18-year-old Henry Mejia.
Description:
- Black hair
- Brown eyes
- Approximately 5 feet 9 inches tall
- Approximately 170 pounds
- Distinct shaved line on one eyebrow
Officials have confirmed that the suspect has now been located.
Further details regarding his status have not yet been released.
Vehicle Information (Recovered)
The vehicle believed to be associated with the case has been recovered.
Make: Ford
Model: Mustang
Year: 2017
Color: Red
License Plate: VVK2712 (Texas)
Additional Identifiers: Aftermarket chrome wheels and a white logo sticker on the passenger-side window
Ongoing Search Efforts
The AMBER Alert was issued by the Texas Department of Public Safety following Jazzlyn’s disappearance.
The Travis County Sheriff’s Office continues to lead the investigation and coordinate search efforts.
Authorities are urging the public to remain vigilant and report any information that could assist in locating the child safely.
How to Report Information
Anyone with information regarding Jazzlyn Anzora’s whereabouts is urged to:
- Call 911 immediately if there is an immediate sighting
- Contact the Travis County Sheriff’s Office at 512-974-0845 (Option 3)
Officials stress that locating the missing child safely remains the top priority.