Sycamore Valley Lockdown Lifted Following Man With Rifle Sighting

DANVILLE, CA — Sycamore Valley Elementary School went on lockdown Thursday morning due to a report of a man walking along Camino Tassajara in front of Sycamore Valley Park carrying a rifle.

A caller reported seeing a man dressed in fishing gear carrying what looked like a rifle, police said. He was not reported displaying the rifle in a violent manner, and no other callers reported seeing him. The school went on lockdown at around 11:30, and was clear by 11:57 a.m.

The San Ramon Valley Unified School District sent an email to families informing them of the lockdown, which promised regular updates and asked them not to call or go to the school. The district is sending support staff to help with TK and kindergarten dismissal Thursday afternoon. Danville Police will be present.

"We are incredibly thankful and appreciative to DPD," spokesperson Ilana Samuels said.

No other schools, businesses, or residences were locked down. There is no shelter in place or evacuation order, but residents are asked to avoid the area until the search is complete.

Anyone who saw the man is asked to call Danville police at 925-820-2144 or 911. Anyone with further questions can contact Lt. Heather Transue at 925-314-3702. See here for more information.