West Plains, MO. – The West Plains School District informed parents by email on Tuesday morning of a temporary lockdown at the middle school and high school locations due to police activity.
Local law enforcement informed the school of a pursuit of a man on Bratton Avenue, south of the WPMS and WPHS grounds. A hold was placed on the buildings for student and staff safety. Once the suspect was taken into custody, the hold was lifted and the school alerted parents and media of the incident.
In the statement from the school, they said “Ensuring the safety and well-being of our students is our top priority. We appreciate your trust and support in maintaining a secure learning environment.”
Both school buildings had returned to regular operation by noon.
