Squirrel Shooter in Rockwall Triggers Lockdown at Elementary School

Squirrel Shooter in Rockwall Triggers Lockdown at Elementary School

An elementary school in Rockwall was placed on lockdown Wednesday morning following reports of gunfire in the vicinity. Authorities responded to the area near Ridge Road West around 9:30 a.m. and quickly initiated a secure status for the nearby school as a precautionary measure.

Upon investigation, the Rockwall Police Department determined that the shots were fired by a resident on their property, who was targeting squirrels. Once the source of the gunfire was identified, officials promptly lifted the lockdown.

Fortunately, no injuries were reported as a result of the incident, and the situation was resolved without further complications.

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