Officers Increase Patrols At Pass Area Schools

BEAUMONT, CA — One day after the Texas shooting that claimed the lives of 21 people at an elementary school, the Beaumont Police Department has pledged to stand watch at area schools.

In response to recent tragic events, the department's officers will be out on campuses, they wrote on social media.

“This morning we directed officers to our school campuses for increased visibility. We do not have any reason to believe there is any cause for concern here in the City of Beaumont, however in light of yesterday’s events we wanted to be on campuses today to reassure our community and parents that student safety is a priority.”

Though there is no current threat to area schools, and the department does not anticipate any danger, officials hope the increased patrol presence helps area families of the city's 13 school campuses to feel safe.

Over 300 residents saw the department's Facebook announcement and nearly 55 commented on their vigilance when it comes to protecting the kids.

Corrina Sanchez responded over social media.

“I thanked these officers personally as I walked past them this morning. I wish our little town had the man power for it everyday but the act of visibility this morning was comforting.”

Other residents such as Katie Carlton called for more. “Thank you Beaumont PD for keeping our children safe. I did not see any officers at the elementary school this morning though. I know us Mamas with littles would appreciate it.” she wrote.

“Is there Beaumont PD at San G middle school? How about Starlight Elementary??" JoJo Jones asked the department. “We need you in Elementary as well!!”

Police responded that school resource officers are assigned to middle schools and are available as needed at the elementary school level.

"Tragedies like this aren't isolated to schools, they occur in grocery stores, restaurants, places of business, movie theatres, churches, etc.," the department said. "Our officers cannot be everywhere all the time, but we can assure you if we are needed we will respond."

Many parents said the morning after a shooting is a difficult time to send the children back to their classrooms.

"Thank you!!!! This means the world to me," Janna Sierra wrote. "My son is no safer because you guys are there to protect him thank you so very much!! It’s sad that this what we have to face with our children. Breaks my heart for those poor families."

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