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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.
Emergency services in Queens responded to a multi-casualty incident (MCI) late Thursday involving a major motor vehicle accident on the Kosciuszko Bridge.
The accident left six individuals injured, including two victims in critical condition suffering from traumatic cardiac arrest.
First responders arrived on scene under Box 8380, finding multiple vehicles involved in a collision that caused significant damage and blocked portions of the bridge.
Emergency medical teams immediately began triage and treatment, stabilizing patients for transport to area hospitals.
Two individuals required advanced life-saving measures at the scene as they were in traumatic arrest due to their injuries.
Four additional patients sustained varying levels of injury, and all six were transported to nearby trauma centers for further care.
Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash, which caused major traffic disruptions in the area. Motorists were advised to seek alternate routes as emergency crews worked to clear the scene and restore traffic flow.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses and the conditions of the injured individuals are made available.