SURREY, British Columbia — Earl Marriott Secondary School in South Surrey has experienced lockdowns and hold-and-secure procedures on several occasions when police responded to incidents in the surrounding area, with authorities emphasizing that such measures are often precautionary and intended to protect students and staff.
One of the most notable incidents occurred when Surrey RCMP ordered a lockdown at Earl Marriott Secondary after officers searched for a suspect connected to a stolen vehicle in the area. Police deployed additional resources, including a canine unit, while school officials implemented safety protocols. The lockdown was later lifted after officers located the suspect and determined there was no ongoing threat to the school community.
In another incident, a “Code Red” lockdown was initiated after reports of a possible weapon near the school. Police officers responded in large numbers and secured the area while conducting their investigation. Authorities later provided updates indicating that the situation had been resolved and students were safe.
School lockdowns are a standard safety procedure used throughout British Columbia when police activity occurs near a school campus. During a lockdown, exterior doors are secured, students remain inside classrooms, and access to the building is restricted until law enforcement determines that it is safe to resume normal operations. Similar precautionary measures have been implemented at other Surrey schools during nearby police incidents that posed no direct threat to students.
Earl Marriott Secondary, one of Surrey’s largest high schools, serves approximately 1,900 students in the South Surrey and White Rock communities. School administrators work closely with Surrey Police Service and emergency responders whenever safety concerns arise.
At this time, there is no verified information indicating that Earl Marriott Secondary is currently under lockdown today. Parents and students are encouraged to monitor official communications from the school and local police for the latest updates.
