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Authorities in San Antonio, Texas, have confirmed that San Antonio College (SAC) was placed on lockdown earlier today following reports of a potential threat on or near the campus.
The tense situation prompted an immediate and coordinated response from the San Antonio Police Department (SAPD) and campus security, who acted swiftly to secure the area and ensure the safety of students, faculty, and staff.
According to initial reports, the lockdown began shortly before noon when emergency alerts were sent to students and faculty members through text messages and the college’s emergency notification system.
The alert instructed everyone on campus to “shelter in place” and lock classroom and office doors until further notice. Witnesses described a heavy police presence surrounding the college grounds, located near San Pedro Avenue, as officers moved strategically across the area searching for any sign of a suspect or weapon.
At this time, authorities have not released details about the nature of the reported threat, though several students reported hearing rumors of a possible armed individual near one of the academic buildings.
The San Antonio College Police Department, working in conjunction with SAPD, responded immediately, setting up perimeters around key campus access points and temporarily closing nearby roads to prevent traffic from entering the area.
Emergency vehicles were seen surrounding the Loftin Student Center and Nail Technical Center, where officers appeared to be concentrating their search.
Students and staff followed lockdown procedures, remaining quiet inside classrooms, libraries, and offices while updates were awaited from authorities. Some shared social media posts showing the tense atmosphere, with blinds drawn and lights turned off inside classrooms as police patrolled the surrounding grounds.
College officials have emphasized that the lockdown was a precautionary measure while the situation was being assessed. Around 1:30 p.m., San Antonio College issued another update confirming that police were actively investigating the reported threat and that there were no confirmed injuries.
The administration urged everyone on campus to stay put and remain calm while officers conducted building-to-building sweeps to verify safety.
By mid-afternoon, police sources indicated that no active shooter was located, but investigators continued to trace the origin of the report that prompted the lockdown.
Law enforcement officials stated that they are treating every potential threat with utmost seriousness, particularly in light of recent safety concerns across educational institutions nationwide.
As of this evening, the lockdown has been lifted after police cleared all buildings and confirmed there was no ongoing danger. Classes and campus operations are expected to resume once the investigation concludes, though counseling services will be made available to any students or staff members experiencing distress from the incident.
The San Antonio Police Department and college officials have expressed gratitude to everyone who cooperated during the lockdown and followed emergency protocols.
Authorities are now reviewing surveillance footage and emergency calls to determine how the situation began and whether any criminal charges may be filed in connection with the false alarm or suspicious activity.
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