WESTFIELD — The lockdown at Westfield High School was lifted on Monday afternoon following a potential threat.
Westfield Police confirmed on social media, "The building has been cleared, deemed safe, and the lockdown has been lifted. Again, no shots have been reported. No injuries have been reported. No threats have been located."
According to Westfield Police, the school administration received an unverified threat of someone threatening to shoot people at the high school.
Out of an abundance of caution, the school was placed on lockdown while Westfield Police officers began searching and clearing the building.
Police say there have been no reports of shots fired and no injuries reported of any kind.
According to a message sent to parents and staff, there is a heavy police presence on campus as law enforcement works to ensure the safety of all students and staff.
"Dear Parents and Staff, Westfield High School is on lockdown due to a potential threat. Out of an abundance of caution, there is a heavy police presence on campus as law enforcement works to ensure the safety of all students and staff. All students are safe at this time. We ask that you avoid the area at this time to allow emergency personnel to respond effectively. We will continue to monitor the situation closely and provide updates as soon as more information becomes available. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding."
Ashley Grant, a parent, provided a photo showing students barricading a door in a math class during the lockdown.
Westfield Police say officers are on scene and actively working to ensure the safety of everyone in the building.
Westfield Mayor Scott Willis provided an update on the situation via social media, clarifying that no shots or injuries were reported from the incident.
"As a parent of a high school student, words can't express the gratitude I feel for the Westfield Police Department - Indiana, Westfield Fire Department, and all supporting agencies — the City of Noblesville, Hamilton County Sheriff's Office, Indiana, Indiana State Police, and federal agencies — who supported the operation. Job well done!" Willis wrote on Facebook.
This is a developing story.
