TOOELE, Utah — Three Tooele schools were placed on lockout status after an armed robbery took place in the general area on Tuesday.
Both Tooele High School and Tooele Junior High School, as well as Northlake Elementary, were under the conditions due to the crime which took place at Sandy Gifts and More at 80 West Vine Street.
Tooele City Police said officers were advised a robbery had taken place at the shop just after noon.
After the robbery, the suspect headed west towards the schools, causing the lockout to be put into effect.
While the suspect remains at-large, the lockout was lifted Tuesday afternoon at the end of the school day.
During a lockout, school doors and windows are secured to minimize exposure and all students and staff are moved indoors.
Police assured the safety measures at the schools were out of precaution and they do not believe there is an active threat to the community.
