No threat found after possibly armed suspect prompts massive police response at Loma Linda hospital

LOMA LINDA, Calif. (KABC) — No threat was found after reports of a possibly armed suspect at Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital prompted a massive police response Wednesday afternoon, officials said.

The San Bernardino County Sherriff’s Department said the incident appeared to be a squatting call and the area would soon reopen.

“After a thorough investigation, it was confirmed there is no active threat on campus and normal business operations have resumed. Law enforcement will remain on campus to continue any necessary investigation,” said a Loma Linda University Health spokesperson.

The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department said on X at around 6:30 p.m. that they were aware of the reports of a possibly armed suspect.

“We are aware of reports of a possible armed individual at Loma Linda Hospital. Deputies are on scene and actively clearing the facility. Please avoid the area and use alternative routes,” said the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department on X.

The alleged armed individual was reportedly inside the hospital. It is unclear whether any shots have been fired.

Video from AIR7 showed at least 200 law enforcement units responded to the scene, causing a gridlock for the surrounding neighborhood.

A text message reporting an active threat was sent to students on campus and in the medical buildings nearby.

“This is not a drill: Initiate immediate protective actions. If confronted with a threat, RUN, HIDE, FIGHT,” the text read in part.

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