Eleven schools in Toronto were placed under a hold and secure protocol on Monday morning after reports of a person with a gun near Broadview Station.
According to authorities, the incident occurred around 9:30 am near the intersection of Broadview Avenue and Danforth Avenue. Police received multiple calls reporting a person with a gun in the area.
As a precautionary measure, 11 nearby schools were placed under a hold and secure protocol, which means all exterior doors are locked and no one is allowed to enter or leave the building. This protocol is used to ensure the safety of students and staff in the event of a potential threat in the surrounding area.
Police officers were immediately dispatched to the scene and began searching for the individual. After a thorough investigation, it was determined that the reports were unfounded and there was no person with a gun in the area.
The hold and secure protocol was lifted around 10:30 am and students were able to resume their normal activities. The affected schools included Eastdale Collegiate Institute, Riverdale Collegiate Institute, and several elementary schools in the area.
The incident caused some concern and anxiety among students and parents, but authorities reassured the public that there was no actual threat and the hold and secure was simply a precautionary measure.
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of reporting any suspicious activity to the authorities. It also highlights the effectiveness of the hold and secure protocol in keeping students and staff safe in potentially dangerous situations.
The Toronto District School Board released a statement thanking the police for their quick response and reassuring parents that the safety of students is their top priority. They also reminded parents to update their contact information with the school so they can be reached in case of an emergency.
The incident near Broadview Station may have caused some disruption to the affected schools, but it also serves as a reminder of the importance of safety protocols and the swift action taken by authorities to ensure the well-being of students and staff.
