Lake Bluff Entered Soft Lockdown After Nearby Police Presence

SHOREWOOD, WI — Lake Bluff Elementary School delayed student dismissal and entered a soft lockdown Monday afternoon after the school was notified of a heavy police presence in the area surrounding the school, the Shorewood School District said in a letter sent to families Monday.

The lockdown came after 3:05 p.m. when Shorewood Police advised the soft lockdown. Classroom doors were locked beginning at 3:14 p.m. The all-clear from police came at 3:34 p.m. Monday. Students and staff were not in immediate danger during the lockdown, the district letter said.

The lockdown was prompted by an incident at a duplex near the school where a resident reported someone broke into their apartment building demanding money and jewelry while implying they had a weapon, TMJ4 News reported officials said.

"The safety of students and staff is our top priority. Both school and district administrators and law enforcement worked in tandem to ensure safety for our entire school community," said the letter sent to families signed by Principal Tammy Rasco. "We are sincerely sorry for any distress this caused you. Please accept our gratitude for your understanding and support."