A Durham Hold-and-Secure was swiftly put in place at Bowmanville High School and Duke of Cambridge Public School in Durham Region early on February 13, 2026, as a precautionary measure following an unrelated incident that left one person with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. The Durham Regional Police confirmed the incident occurred near Liberty Street North and Carlisle Avenue in Bowmanville, prompting the temporary lockdown. However, police reassured the public that the schools continued to operate normally during the brief hold-and-secure. The lockdown was lifted within 10 minutes, and authorities confirmed there was no ongoing threat to the school community. The investigation into the incident remains active, with a large police presence in the area. Parents and staff were advised that the situation was resolved quickly, ensuring safety for everyone at the schools.
