Enhanced Police Presence At South Brunswick Schools Wednesday

SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ — The South Brunswick Police Department will be enhancing its presence at township schools Wednesday, in the aftermath of the school shooting in Uvalde, Texas.

On Tuesday, a gunman opened fire at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, killing at least 18 students and a teacher.

Although there is no threat to township schools, South Brunswick Township Police Chief Raymond J. Hayducka said the police department was increasing its presence out of an abundance of caution.

"The security of our schools and the safety of our young people is our highest priority. Although we have no reason to believe that there is any threat to our township, out of an abundance of caution, we will be increasing police presence in each of our schools," Hayducka said.

"Our hearts go out to the victims of this horrific crime," South Brunswick Mayor Charlie Carley said. "Our thoughts and prayers are with all those affected by this atrocious act of violence."

Anyone observing any suspicious activity is urged to immediately contact police with their concerns. The South Brunswick Police Department may be reached 24 hours a day at (732)329-4646.

The shooting is the deadliest at a U.S. elementary school since the Sandy Hook massacre in 2012. It comes four years after a gunman killed 10 people in a shooting at Santa Fe High School in the Houston area.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott identified the shooter as 18-year-old Salvador Ramos, of Uvalde. Authorities believe he acted alone.

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