UPDATE: Stolen firearm leads to Sarasota school lockdown

The Sarasota Police Department is investigating a vehicle burglary that occurred at Sarasota Ford, while officers have lifted the lockdown at surrounding schools.


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The Sarasota Police Department has lifted the lockdowns at Sarasota High School, Alta Vista Elementary and Suncoast School for Innovative Studies as of 11:15 a.m.

Earlier: The Sarasota Police Department is currently investigating a vehicle burglary, while Sarasota High School, Alta Vista Elementary and Suncoast School for Innovative Studies remain locked down as of 10:30 a.m.

Two suspects allegedly stole a firearm from a vehicle at the nearby Sarasota Ford this morning, according to SPD spokeswoman Genevieve Judge.

All students are safe, and more information will be released as it becomes available.

 

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