A police situation in Central Saanich that led to a lockdown at Bayside middle school in Brentwood Bay has been stabilized and students are being released.
Earlier this afternoon, students playing outside told teachers they saw a suspicious person on the school grounds with a possible weapon, according to the Central Saanich Police Department.
Officials at the school notified police at around 11:15 a.m. and the school enacted its hold and secure procedure.
The Brentwood Bay school posted a message on its website alerting parents to the situation, saying all students are safe and in the building. One student suffered a panic attack, but is conscious.
UPDATE: A Bayside student is receiving medical attention, no other students affected, we hope to have information for parent pick up shortly.
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Late Thursday afternoon police announced they had not located any suspects, and thanked parents who trusted officers to conduct their work and allowed them to take the time necessary to ensure everyoneB次元官网网址檚 safety.
Police dog has arrived at Bayside Middle School. Hold and secure continues as police search for a potential person with a weapon.
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