College of the Siskiyous Experienced Brief Security Scare

On Wednesday, October 16, 2024, the College of the Siskiyous in Weed, California, experienced a brief security scare that prompted a campus-wide lockdown. At approximately 12:00 PM, the Weed Police Department received a report of a male subject allegedly carrying a firearm near the college’s “Bear Trail.” In response, the college swiftly implemented lockdown procedures, activating building ‘lock blocks’ and instructing individuals to shelter in place. Local law enforcement, including officers from Weed, Mount Shasta, and the Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Office, conducted a thorough search of the campus and surrounding areas. Despite their efforts, they were unable to locate the described individual. The lockdown was lifted at 12:51 PM after authorities issued an “ALL CLEAR” notice, allowing the college to resume normal operations. The incident highlights the importance of the college’s emergency alert system, COS Connect, which officials encourage all students and staff to utilize for timely updates during such situations.