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Masked Knife Threat Sparks Gulfport High Lockdown
2 Nov
Summary
- Masked individuals carrying knives reported on campus.
- School lockdown initiated for student and staff safety.
- No injuries reported; investigation to identify suspect.
A concerning report of masked individuals carrying knives at Boca Ciega High School in Gulfport, Florida, led to a full campus lockdown on Monday. The incident began shortly after 10:15 a.m. when the Gulfport Police Department received the initial report from school officials.
Law enforcement, including officers from the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office and other local departments, quickly responded. They conducted a thorough search of the school premises to ensure the safety of students and staff. Fortunately, the search yielded no active threats, and no injuries were reported.
While the immediate danger was deemed unfounded, surveillance cameras captured an individual matching the described appearance departing the school. The lockdown was lifted at 12:22 p.m., and the school communicated the situation to parents. Police are actively investigating and seeking to identify the person seen on the surveillance video.
