Archive · 19 Nov 2025
Hillsborough Schools Lockdown: Armed Man Sought in Somerset County
An armed man was on the loose in Hillsborough, NJ, so schools went into lockdown.
Students stayed safe inside until police said it was okay to leave.
There was no threat to the schools, and dismissal went as normal with extra police around.
Authorities in Hillsborough, NJ, searched for an armed man on Tuesday
All township schools were placed on lockdown as a precaution
The search focused on the area near 649 Route 206
Schools were held in a 'Secure' status until an all-clear was given
Police presence increased during dismissal as a precaution
- Who
- An armed man and Hillsborough Township Police, Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office
- What
- A search for an armed man, school lockdown
- When
- Tuesday, unspecified time
- Where
- Hillsborough, NJ, near 649 Route 206
- Why
- To ensure the safety of students and residents
- Schools Affected
- Hillsborough Township Public Schools
- Number of Schools
- Five schools and transportation department
- Police Involved
- Hillsborough Township Police, Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office