Kitchener High School Secured Amid Weapon Investigation

UPDATE: A Kitchener high school was placed under a hold and secure this morning following a reported weapon incident. The situation unfolded around 11:35 a.m. near Eastwood Collegiate Institute, prompting a rapid response from the Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS).

Parents and students were notified of the hold and secure protocols just after 11:45 a.m., as the police directed the school to implement safety measures. According to a message posted on the school’s website, all exterior doors were locked, ensuring that no one could enter or exit the building during the investigation. Staff and students remained safe inside the school throughout the situation.

The hold and secure was lifted at approximately 12:20 p.m., after police confirmed it was safe to resume normal activities. The school reassured parents and the community that their students were safe throughout the incident.

Officials from WRPS stated that the investigation is ongoing, though they have not disclosed specific details regarding the nature of the weapon incident or whether any arrests have been made.

This incident has raised concerns among parents and students in the Kitchener area, highlighting the importance of safety protocols in schools. As the investigation continues, authorities encourage anyone with information to come forward.

Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story as more information becomes available.