Crime
North Port Imagine School on lockdown after ammunition discovered on a school bus
By 11:15 AM, the lockdown had been lifted.
The North Port Imagine School campus was placed on lockdown Thursday morning after ammunition was discovered on a school bus.
The North Port Police Department (NPPD) announced the lockdown on social media, stating that officers were on the scene conducting a thorough investigation related to school safety.
By 11:15 AM, the lockdown had been lifted.
The ammunition was located by a bus driver upon the students’ arrival at school, according to NPPD. Students who were transported on that bus are being questioned as part of the ongoing investigation.
Prior to the lockdown being lifted, NPPD informed parents that they would not be allowed to pick up their children from the school.
Representatives from Imagine School declined to comment on the incident.
SAN ANTONIO, TX — Two San Antonio police officers were shot during an incident on the city’s West Side Wednesday morning, according to Police Chief William McManus. The suspected gunman is also reported to be down.
The shooting occurred shortly after 8:30 a.m. in the 6800 block of U.S. Highway 90 westbound, near Military Drive, in the parking area of the Travelodge Motel.
Multiple emergency medical units were dispatched to the scene following reports of officers injured by gunfire.
When officers responded to the location, an exchange of gunfire ensued, resulting in both officers being struck.
The suspect was also shot during the confrontation.
The conditions of the officers have not yet been released, and it remains unclear how severe their injuries are.
The access road along U.S. Highway 90 westbound has been closed as police secure the area and conduct a full investigation.
A large law enforcement presence, including tactical and crime scene units, remains on site.
Chief McManus confirmed that additional details will be provided during a scheduled press briefing later today, as investigators work to determine the events leading up to the shooting and whether any additional suspects were involved.
Residents are urged to avoid the area as the investigation remains active.