Multiple Oakland Schools buildings in Waterford Township were placed on lockdown Wednesday afternoon after authorities received reports of a possible active shooter situation in the area. The situation remains fluid as multiple law enforcement agencies respond and investigate the unfolding incident.
According to initial information, the lockdown was initiated shortly after an urgent alert was issued around the Pontiac Lake Road area. Waterford Township Police, Detroit Police, and additional emergency agencies responded rapidly, with numerous police units and emergency vehicles spotted arriving near the school properties moments after the notification went out.
School administrators immediately enacted lockdown protocols as a precautionary measure to protect students and staff while responders worked to assess the credibility and nature of the threat. Students are currently being kept inside classrooms and secured locations within school facilities, while staff maintain safety procedures and await further instruction from authorities.
At this time, there have been no confirmed reports of injuries. Officials have also not yet clarified whether there is an active or ongoing threat. Police have not released detailed information regarding any suspect or individuals involved, and investigators are still gathering information and interviewing witnesses.
Waterford Township officials released a brief public update urging families and the general public to avoid the area entirely to allow emergency personnel safe and unrestricted access. Leaders emphasized that parents should not attempt to come to the school at this time, as doing so could disrupt both investigative operations and the safety protocols currently in place.
District officials say new information and guidance will be pushed out through official school communication systems as soon as it becomes verified.
This remains a developing situation. Authorities are continuing to investigate the source of the reported threat, and additional details will be shared with the public as soon as they become confirmed by law enforcement and Oakland Schools administration.