Swat team takes over school

An elite law enforcement team took over local school today. Nbc 6 reporter Karen Hopkins witnessed an extraordinary mission to keep kids safe.



It’s a hostage situation at a school, but don't worry it’s just practice.

Mom Stepanie has a child at St. Josephs school, but her husband is an agent on Shreveport SWAT team. Monday, officers practiced worst case scenarios, like a child bringing a gun to school. Negotiators make sure the kids get out safe and sound.
"If you don't know what to do, something bad could happen,” student Francisco Cimoncini says.

Spd has all the gear, from ballistic vests to bullet proof shields all to keep kids safe. “If somebody got hurt that would be really bad," student Ashley Bergeroe says.

Because just last Friday, and nearly every day, the classroom is full of students. And these days, anything could happen. “He works around school to keep us safe.” Student Morgan Feliciano says her dad's also a man in uniform. And that's what these officers say motivates them: keeping children, sometimes even their own safe.

My thoughts: I really enjoyed my day at St. Josephs! It was great talking with parents and the SWAT team. I really have an appreciation for law enforcement! Officers put their lives on the line for us all the time. It's neat to see what goes into SWAT training. But always remember, all the action is to save lives someday!!!