BRAZORIA COUNTY – Three Alvin Independent School District schools were placed on temporary lockdown after a shooting was reported nearby, according to the Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office.
The shooting was reported around 3:20 p.m. on Ellis Drive in Rosharon.
Deputies said one person was injured in the shooting.
As a precaution, Don Jeter Elementary, Savannah Lakes Elementary, and Rodeo Palms Junior High were briefly placed on a Secure protocol, which is to return everyone inside building, lock outside doors, increase situational awareness and account for students and adults.
Parents were asked to hold off picking up their children until officials could establish the area as safe. The protocol was lifted shortly thereafter, and there was no impact on our school operations.
Deputies, along with officers from other law enforcement agencies, responded to the scene. The details surrounding the shooting is unknown.
“We’re pleased to share that Alvin ISD had a successful first day of school, and we appreciate the swift response from local law enforcement and our school staff in ensuring the safety of our students and staff,” the district stated.