Addison, IL – Addison Trail High School entered a “secure” status Thursday afternoon after police responded to an incident near the 200 block of East La Porte Drive, according to school officials.
In an update shared by the district, dismissal at Addison Trail continued as normal, with the exception of Route 39. Students using that route were asked to remain at school until law enforcement provides clearance for dismissal. Parents of walkers and bus riders were urged to pick up students directly from campus.
According to the Addison Police Department, officers are on the scene of an active situation and have requested that the public avoid the area near East La Porte Drive until further notice. The department described the response as an “ongoing Addison police activity.”
School officials emphasized that all students and staff are safe and that the secure status was issued as a precaution. During such a protocol, exterior doors remain locked, and no one is allowed to enter or exit the building until authorities provide clearance.
As of this evening, police have not released additional details about the nature of the incident. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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