Tarrytown, Irvington schools on lockout due to police search for man with gun in area

TARRYTOWN, New York (WABC) --

Tarrytown and Irvington schools are on lockout due to a police search in the area for a man with a gun.

The incident started at around 7:15 a.m.

The lockout is precautionary and there is no threat inside the schools.

Irvington schools reported, "The district was just advised of an active police investigation in Tarrytown where a male with a dark complexion, possibly wearing a camouflage jacket, is being sought and believed to be armed. At this time all schools will enter a lock out mode. Only students and staff will be permitted to enter a school building. Staff will man all entrances to ensure the safety of our students and staff."