Chaos unfolded earlier today at Monta Vista High School in Cupertino when a false active shooter report triggered a lockdown. The Santa Clara County Sheriff's Department swiftly responded to the situation, deploying deputies to the scene to ensure the safety of all those present. In their post, the Santa Clara County Sheriff's Department clarified that the reports were false.
Monta Vista High School in @CityofCupertino is currently on lockdown following false reports of an active shooter. Deputies are on campus and investigating. There are no active threats, and all students and staff are safe.
— SantaClaraCoSheriff (@SCCoSheriff) November 8, 2024
After a thorough sweep of the premises, law enforcement gave the all-clear, lifting the lockdown. The swift response demonstrated a commendable commitment to proactive measures against potential threats in educational institutions. In a follow-up post, the Sheriff confirmed: "Deputies have completed their search of the Monta Vista High School campus, and the all-clear has been given. The lockdown has been lifted."
Acknowledging the impact of the day’s events on the school community, the Fremont Union High School District decided to release all students and staff for the day, canceling all extracurricular activities. They reaffirmed the campus’s safety, announcing that classes will resume next Tuesday after the Veterans Day holiday.
