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20 Mar 2023 | 01:23 PM UTC

US: Police activity ongoing around Lamar High School in Arlington, Texas, early March 20

Police activity ongoing around Lamar High School in Arlington, Texas, US, early March 20. Authorities say scene is secure.

Warning

Event

Disruptions are likely in the coming hours due to police activity outside Lamar High School in Arlington, Texas, early March 20. Officials have responded to a shooting that injured at least two people outside the school, located at 1400 W Lamar Boulevard. Police say that a suspect has been arrested, and the scene is now secure. However, Lamar High School remains under lockdown, and authorities have asked residents and students to avoid the area as investigations continue.

Increased security is almost certain in the area in the coming hours. Localized transit disruptions are likely.

Advice

Avoid the area. Comply with directives of authorities. Plan for localized transport disruptions and seek alternative routes to circumvent the impacted area.