Lakewood, WA schools lock down after suspected DUI driver threatens police

Lockdowns at Dower Elementary and Hudtloff Middle School in Lakewood, Washington, were enacted Tuesday morning following a dangerous incident involving a suspected DUI driver. The Lakewood Police Department (LPD) issued an alert around 8:22 a. m. after the driver allegedly attempted to ram a police vehicle. In response to the potential threat, both schools were placed on lockdown as a precautionary measure.

By 8:53 a. m. , officials lifted the lockdowns, confirming that the area was secure and there was no longer a threat to the public. The suspect has been identified but remains at large, raising concerns about community safety. Authorities reassured residents that further details would be provided as they emerged.

This incident underscores the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces with impaired driving and its implications for local schools. The swift response by police highlights the necessity of safety protocols in educational settings.