Hillsborough, NJ: Schools on lockdown as police look for armed suspect amid shooting reports

Hillsborough, NJ schools were locked down Tuesday as police searched for an armed suspect near Route 206; authorities called it an active scene.

Updated on: Nov 19, 2025, 08:25:45 IST

By Shamik Banerjee

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Hillsborough Schools in Hillsborough, New Jersey were placed on lockdown as police looked for an armed suspect amid shooting reports on Tuesday.

Somerset County Prosecutor's Office Chief of Detectives Frank Roman Jr was cited as describing the incident as "an active police scene." As of now, it is not clear if shots have been fired. Locals reported seeing police helicopters hovering in the area as the search continued.

The suspect is reportedly around 49 Route 206 in Hillsborough, the report noted.

A police alert was also sent to the Hillsborough Township in Somerset County asking residents to stay alert and lock their doors.

"Residents in the area should use caution and lock their doors. As a precaution the Township schools have been placed in a secure hold," the alert read.

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Shamik is a journalist covering the United States for Hindustan Times. He has more than four years of experience reporting on US politics, sports, and major breaking stories across fast-moving cycles. He previously worked at Times Now and Sportskeeda, building strong newsroom instincts and digital storytelling skills. At HT.com, he focuses on day-to-day coverage of US political developments while also handling high-impact stories that demand speed, accuracy, clarity, and context under pressure. Shamik has extensive experience covering NFL game days over the past two years, coordinating live updates, analysis, and explainers. He is particularly drawn to large news moments such as US elections and the Super Bowl, where he thrives at the news desk working alongside the team. He holds degrees in Media Studies from Jamia Millia Islamia and English Literature from Jadavpur University. Before entering journalism, he briefly worked in digital marketing and political consultancy roles. Currently a Senior Content Producer at HT Digital, he is driven by curiosity, discipline, and a constant desire to explore new and obscure topics. Outside work, he enjoys reading, films, sports, and learning continuously.Read More

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