Suspect detained; lockdown ends at college in Tucson

TUCSON, Ariz. (KOLD News 13) - A suspect has been detained in connection with an incident that resulted in a lockdown at a college in Tucson Thursday, Feb. 2.

Several Tucson Police Department vehicles, including a helicopter, responded to Carrington College, 201 N. Bonita Avenue, near Interstate 10 and North Grande Avenue, because of a report of threats/shots fired just after 10 a.m.

The lockdown was lifted shortly before 11:30 a.m.

Police checked the building and surrounding areas and say there are no indications that a shooting happened. No injuries were reported.

The suspect was found away from the school.

Police did not release any information about possible charges.

During the initial investigation, Bonita was closed in both directions in the area.

A spokesman said Intermountain Centers for Human Development, which is near Carrington, was also under lockdown.

That spokesman also confirmed the TPD helicopter has been flying in the area.

Copyright 2023 KOLD News 13. All rights reserved.