Pittsburgh Carmalt PreK-8 Evacuating As Police Search For Unauthorized Person Inside Building

What Happened?

On Thursday, January 26, 2023, Carmalt PreK-8 in Pittsburgh was evacuated due to an unauthorized person being inside the building.

According to Pittsburgh Public Schools, the school was placed on lockdown at approximately 10:45 AM after an unauthorized person was seen inside the building.

Police were called to the scene and are currently searching for the unauthorized person.

What Are Parents Saying?

Parents of students at Carmalt PreK-8 are understandably concerned about the safety of their children.

Some parents have taken to social media to express their concerns, while others have contacted the school directly.

The school has sent out a robocall to parents informing them of the situation and asking them to pick up their children as soon as possible.

What Is The School District Saying?

The Pittsburgh Public Schools district is working closely with the police to ensure the safety of students and staff at Carmalt PreK-8.

The district has also sent out a robocall to parents informing them of the situation and asking them to pick up their children as soon as possible.

The school district is asking parents to remain calm and cooperate with the police.

What Is The Latest?

As of 1:00 PM, the lockdown at Carmalt PreK-8 has been lifted.

Police are still searching for the unauthorized person, but there is no longer a threat to students or staff.

Parents are being asked to pick up their children as soon as possible.

What Can Parents Do?

Parents of students at Carmalt PreK-8 can do the following:

• Remain calm and cooperate with the police.
• Pick up their children as soon as possible.
• Follow the instructions of the school district and the police.
• Check the school district's website for updates.

Additional Information

For more information, please visit the Pittsburgh Public Schools website or call the school district's main office at (412) 529-8000.