GREENWICH — Western Middle School was placed on lockdown earlier this morning after an adult male trespassed on school grounds.
Greenwich Police Department responded promptly and apprehended the 19-year-old suspect, a former student, without incident.
According to a statement from Greenwich Public Schools, the lockdown occurred as a precautionary measure.
The staff and students at Western Middle School were not harmed, and no threats were made against them.
The school district’s message assured parents and the community that safety is their top priority.
The lockdown was lifted at 10:15 a.m., and the school has since resumed normal activities.
Further details about the suspect’s identity will be released as they become available.
Greenwich Police Department will maintain a presence at Western Middle School for the remainder of the week to ensure the continued safety of students and staff.
Greenwich Police Department expressed gratitude to the Western Middle School personnel and students for their patience and calm demeanor during the incident.
