Crime & Safety

Manhunt Ends in Chesterfield After School Lockdowns in St. Charles

Several Francis Howell schools were placed on lockdown today after a man made a suicide threat following an altercation with an employee.Β 

It prompted a police manhunt that ended when he was arrested in the Chesterfield area, according to a report from Fox2.

Francis Howell High School, Francis Howell Central and Francis Howell Middle schools were all placed on lock down. It has since been lifted for most St. Charles County area schools.Β 

It was not immediately known if the man was armed. For more information, read the full story on Fox2.Β 


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