Police in Ceres launched an investigation into the alleged shooting incident. | Representational Image
Following the reports of a shooting at Cesar Chavez High School in Ceres, a large police presence was spotted in the area on Monday. This comes as a lockdown has been ordered by the school administration amid an active investigation being carried out by the authorities. Local media reports suggest the situation is developing near Cesar Chavez Junior High along Eastgate Boulevard. However, several people took to social media to claim that they heard gunshots. Such reports cannot be verified at the moment as it is not clear what exactly happened at or near Cesar Chavez High.
The Police in Ceres are investigating the reports of a shooting incident. The Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Office added due to an active scene, people have been asked to avoid the area. Amid the reports of an active shooter, parents of some kids reached the Jr. High School on Whitmore Avenue.
After the cops rushed to Cesar Chavez Jr. High, the administration swiftly started getting students out of the classrooms, the reports added. Students were released safely at around 1:00 pm, per local time. A thorough inspection of the building and nearby areas is currently underway.
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