Dean Elementary School in shelter-in-place mode, police providing limited information

Dean Park Lane has been closed due to a significant police presence, leaving residents and parents concerned for the safety of students at Dean Elementary School. As a precautionary measure, authorities have implemented a shelter-in-place protocol at the school, but there are still few details about the cause.

Concerns escalated when the nearby Martin K. Alloy Boys and Girls Club announced it would also be placed on lockdown because of the situation.

Manassas police posted the following on their X account: “Dean Park Lane is closed due to a heavy police presence for an investigation. Due to its close proximity, Dean Elementary School was placed in shelter-in-place status as a precautionary measure.

The decision to implement a shelter-in-place protocol indicates that authorities believe there may be a potential threat in the area and prompted them to take precautionary measures to ensure the safety of students and residents guarantee.

The exact nature of the incident remains unknown, leaving parents, staff and community members anxiously awaiting more information. Police urged everyone to remain calm and cooperative in resolving the situation.

Potomac Local News will continue to closely monitor the situation and provide updates as new information emerges.