Police activity led to a school evacuation and a temporary increase in law enforcement presence in Ingersoll on April 2, 2026. The Ontario Provincial Police responded to a reported threat that resulted in the evacuation of Laurie Hawkins Public School, while nearby schools were placed under a hold and secure as a precaution.
During a hold and secure, all school entrance doors are locked and no one is permitted to enter or leave the building, though classes continue as normal inside. This safety measure is initiated when a potential threat is nearby but not inside the school facility.
Authorities confirmed that the area was cleared by 12:55 p.m. on April 2, and they stated there was no ongoing threat to public safety. While this specific event impacted an Ingersoll school, the region has seen a consistent pattern of weapons-related calls that prompt increased police presence and school safety protocols.
The investigation into the April 2 incident remains ongoing. Residents with information can contact the police non-emergency line at 1-888-310-1122 or provide anonymous tips to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
