Suspect arrested, lockdown lifted at Katy ISD elementary school

KATY – A lockdown was lifted Friday afternoon at a Katy ISD elementary school after police took a suspect into custody.

Harris County Precinct 5 constables responded to a report of a suspicious person Friday afternoon. Upon arrival, officials found the person in the area near Hayes Elementary, located at 21203 Park Timbers.

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Police said the suspect ran from them. After a brief foot chase, the suspect was arrested on elementary school property.

Authorities said they do not know why the suspect ran or why he was in the neighborhood.

Officials said the suspect has some warrants, but they did not release any other details.

The school was locked down out of precaution.