Clovis West, Fort Washington Elementary on lockdown after suspicious call
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- Clovis West High School and Fort Washington placed on lockdown after a suspicious call.
- Fresno Police responded just after 11:30 a.m. for potential danger.
- Clovis Unified told parents students and staff remained inside.
Clovis West High School and Fort Washington Elementary School were placed on lockdown Friday after officials received a suspicious phone call.
Fort Washington Elementary is located across the street from Clovis West.
Officers with the Fresno Police Department responded just after 11:30 a.m., and are canvassing the campus for any potential danger.
Clovis Unified School District sent a message to parents regarding the lockdown:
“Hello Clovis West families, please be aware that we are in lockdown while investigating a suspicious phone call made regarding our school.
“During a lockdown, students and staff are kept inside, with doors locked and lights off.
“Police are leading the on-campus response and no one can enter or leave our site while in lockdown. To keep roads clear for law enforcement, please do not come to campus during this lockdown event.
“We will send updates with more information after students are secure inside.”
This story will be updated.
