On Wednesday, police were seen rushing to the campus of Riverside High School — located on Rose of Sharon Road — in response to what officials described as an emergency incident. Authorities issued an alert urging the public to avoid the area while they investigated.
What’s Known So Far
Law enforcement vehicles and officers descended on Riverside High’s grounds shortly after reports of a possible security threat. As a precaution, access to the campus was restricted, and students, staff, and community members were ordered to steer clear of the scene while police secured the area.
As of now, school and law‑enforcement officials have not released detailed information about the nature of the incident—including whether it involved a weapon, a threat, or other safety concerns. No injuries, arrests, or property damage reports have been confirmed publicly.
About Riverside High School
Riverside High School serves students in grades 9–12, under the governance of Durham Public Schools. Its official address is 3218 Rose of Sharon Road, Durham, NC 27712.
The school is one of the larger public high schools in the district, known for a diverse student body and a wide array of academic, extracurricular, and athletic programs.
A History of Previous Threat‑Related Closures
This is not the first time Riverside High has experienced a campus lockdown due to safety concerns. In November 2025, the school was locked down after a tip about a possible weapon on campus — though after a thorough search, no weapon was found and the lockdown was lifted.
Earlier this year, the school experienced multiple lockdowns over several days in response to alleged gun threats — none of which ultimately yielded evidence of weapons on school grounds
That history has already sparked concern among families, students, and staff about school safety and the procedures in place to protect the campus community.
What Officials and Families Are Saying
As of this writing, school administrators and district officials have not issued a comprehensive public statement about Wednesday’s incident. The lack of confirmed details—especially whether the threat was real, anonymous, or misreported—leaves many questions unanswered.
Parents and community members are watching closely, given the school’s recent history of threats and lockdowns, hoping for transparency and reassurance that student safety is being taken seriously.
What Happens Next
At the moment:
The campus remains restricted while law enforcement continues its investigation.
The public and media await an official update from the school district or police that clarifies what triggered the response, whether there is an ongoing threat, and which safety protocols have been enacted.
Riverside families have been encouraged to monitor communications from the school and avoid the area until authorities declare it safe.
