El Cajon Valley High School Under Lockdown Following Nearby Shooting Incident
On Thursday morning, April 24, 2025, El Cajon Valley High School was placed under lockdown as a precautionary measure due to a shooting that occurred in the vicinity. The El Cajon Police Department responded to the incident in the 300 block of North 1st Street, located just a few blocks from the school campus.
Incident Overview
According to the El Cajon Police Department, a man was transported to a nearby hospital following the shooting. As of 11:30 a.m., authorities had not released information regarding the extent of his injuries. In response to the ongoing police activity and out of an abundance of caution, El Cajon Valley High School initiated lockdown procedures at the request of law enforcement. Principal Rob Stirling communicated to families that the lockdown would remain in effect until police concluded their response to the situation.
School Lockdown Protocol
During the lockdown, the school’s campus doors were secured, and movement inside the building was restricted to ensure the safety of students and staff. Principal Stirling emphasized the importance of keeping families informed and expressed appreciation for their cooperation and understanding during this time.
In a separate but related incident, the school also responded to an unrelated medical emergency on campus around the same time as the shooting. Medics were dispatched to assist, though details about the medical emergency were not immediately available.
Community Response
Parents and community members gathered outside the school, awaiting updates on the situation. The El Cajon Police Department has assured the public that they are actively investigating the incident and will provide further information as it becomes available.
As of now, there is no indication that the shooting was related to the school or its activities. Law enforcement continues to work diligently to ensure the safety of the community and to resolve the situation.
For ongoing updates and official information, please monitor communications from the El Cajon Police Department and the Grossmont Union High School District.