Toronto High School Remains Under Hold and Secure After Shots Fired Near Oakwood and St. Clair
A high school in Toronto is currently under a hold and secure after shots were fired in the area near Oakwood and St. Clair. The incident occurred on Monday afternoon, and police are currently investigating the situation.
According to Toronto Police, they received a call at around 1:30 p.m. about shots being fired near the intersection of Oakwood and St. Clair. The school, which has not been named, immediately went into a hold and secure as a precautionary measure.
Police have confirmed that there were no injuries reported and that they are currently searching the area for any suspects. They have also stated that there is no immediate threat to the school or its students.
The hold and secure protocol means that all exterior doors to the school are locked, and no one is allowed to enter or leave the building. However, classes continue as usual inside the school.
Parents of students at the school have been notified of the situation and are being asked to avoid the area until the hold and secure has been lifted. Police are also asking the public to avoid the area as they continue their investigation.
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safety protocols in schools and the swift response of authorities in ensuring the well-being of students and staff. The hold and secure will remain in place until police have deemed the area safe.
We will continue to provide updates on this situation as more information becomes available. In the meantime, we urge everyone to remain calm and follow the instructions of authorities.
