Queen Elizabeth Public School in Lloydminster was placed under a hold and secure Friday morning following a report of a potential firearm in the area.
RCMP now have a suspect in custody after an incident.
Lloydminster Public School District confirmed the precautions were lifted shortly after 8:30 a.m., citing a disturbance in the area as the reason.
RCMP Public Information Officer Cpl. Mat Howell said the incident involved “a potential firearm at a location near the school.” The suspect initially refused to come out but was later taken into custody.
A heavy police presence will remain in the area while the investigation is ongoing. This story will be updated when more information becomes available.
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