Possible armed man in Niagara Falls, two schools placed on lockdown

Two schools in Niagara Falls were placed on lockdown Friday afternoon after reports of a possible armed man in the area.

Niagara police say they were called to the vicinity of Dunn St. and Dorchester Rd. at 3:15 p.m.

Our Lady of Mount Carmel and Pathways Academy and Early Learning Centre were temporarily placed in a hold and secure for precautionary measures.

The man is described as approximately 6’0 with a thin build. He was wearing black clothing.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Niagara police.