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Shots Reported Near Lakeside School as Deputies Launch Manhunt for Two Suspects

Authorities cite reverse 911 warnings plus surveillance footage requests as they investigate, with no injuries confirmed.

Overview

  • El Capitan High School in Lakeside, California, went into lockdown after reports of gunfire off campus, with the lockdown later lifted following initial sweeps.
  • Deputies established perimeters and deployed helicopters and K9 units, concentrating searches near Beachtree Street and Laurel Street where two suspects were last seen.
  • Investigators are seeking two males believed to be about 16–20 years old, including a 5-foot-6 Hispanic male in a black sweatshirt and a second person about 5-foot-8 in a gray shirt and black pants without shoes.
  • The sheriff's office reported no arrests, no confirmed injuries and no recovered shell casings or weapons as the search continued.
  • Public alerts urged residents to lock doors, secure vehicles and avoid confrontation while reporting tips to 911 or Crime Stoppers, and deputies are canvassing for home and business video.