SAN ANTONIO – A Northside Independent School District (NISD) spokesperson confirmed no shots were fired and no weapons were found in the area of two of its campuses on Friday.
According to a letter obtained by KSAT from Clark High School Principal Steve Zimmerman, campus officials received a report about a “suspicious individual” in the parking lot possibly “armed” with a weapon.
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Clark High School was placed into a “secure status” while the NISD Police Department investigated the report, Zimmerman said.
A person who matched the description of the individual was confronted by district officers and tried to flee, which Zimmerman said led to a brief pursuit.
As a precautionary measure, according to the letter, both Clark High School and Locke Hill Elementary School were placed on full lockdown. Shortly after, NISD officials said the individual, who was not armed, was taken into custody.
The district said the lockdown has since been lifted.
All students and staff members are safe, according to the district.
The rest of Zimmerman’s letter can be read below:
This incident is a sobering reminder of the importance of having well-rehearsed safety protocols. I am incredibly proud of our students and staff for their prompt and responsive actions in following all safety procedures during this stressful time. Their cooperation was critical in allowing law enforcement to manage the situation effectively.
The safety and security of our students and staff remain our highest priority. We take our obligation to maintain a safe learning environment very seriously.
We are currently debriefing today’s events with the NISD Police Department and district officials to review our procedures. We appreciate your continued support and trust as we work together to ensure our school remains a safe and secure place for everyone.
If your student needs to speak with a counselor regarding today’s events, please do not hesitate to contact our counseling office.
Steve Zimmerman
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