December 8, 2018 - The Madera County Sheriff's office reports on Friday, December 7, 2018, around 12:30 p.m., School Resource Deputy Melanie Hopper was advised by staff at Yosemite High School of a disgruntled male student on campus who may be armed with a weapon.
Deputy Hopper responded to the student’s reported location and attempted to approach him when he fled the area. A foot pursuit ensued, and the student left campus. He led Deputies on a foot chase in surrounding neighborhoods before he was eventually detained shortly after 1:00 p.m.
Yosemite High School, Oak Creek Intermediate School, and Oakhurst Elementary were all placed on lockdown as a precautionary measure as Deputies searched for the subject. The lock down has been lifted, and there is no further threat to students, staff, or the surrounding area.
A homemade bow and arrow has been recovered. Deputies are currently investigating the possibility of a second weapon.
The 17 year old male juvenile, whose identity will not be released, was taken into custody and booked in at Madera County Juvenile Hall without incident.
Source: Madera County Sheriff's office
