Evergreen Middle School Lockdown Today, Spokane Valley, WA – Reported Shooting Near School

A lockdown was reported at Evergreen Middle School in Spokane Valley, Washington, after authorities responded to a reported shooting on or near the school grounds.

The Spokane Valley Fire Department said emergency crews were responding to a reported shooting in the area of the school and urged people to avoid the location so emergency personnel could safely access the scene.

Evergreen Middle School confirmed that the campus was placed on lockdown because of a “law enforcement situation outside the school.” School officials said all students and staff were safe and asked members of the public not to come to the school.

A person inside the school told NonStop Local that the suspect reportedly never entered the building and was shot by law enforcement. The person said the suspect was shot in front of a window where some students and staff were present.

That account has not been independently confirmed by authorities in the information available.

The incident has prompted concern among parents and members of the Spokane Valley community because of its proximity to the school. Officials have continued to emphasize that students and staff were safe.

Authorities have not yet released the identity or condition of the person reportedly shot by law enforcement. Details about what led to the response, whether anyone else was injured and the circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear.

The investigation is ongoing, and residents are being asked to avoid the area and allow emergency crews and law enforcement to carry out their work.

Additional information is expected as officials provide updates on the developing situation at Evergreen Middle School.