By james art A Reno elementary school was placed on lockdown Thursday after a man in a nearby house cut off his ankle monitoring bracelet and ran away.
Cameron Forbes is considered a fugitive. He is on probation for concealed carry of an explosive substance, an air pistol and a firearm. He was also in a court diversion program for felony charges.
Nevada State Police attempted to make contact with Forbes at a home near Veterans Memorial Elementary School on Locust Street in Reno, but he fled.
The school was placed on lockdown for a short time, according to the Washoe County School District.
Forbes is not believed to be armed, but police said he should not be approached.
Anyone with information should contact the Nevada Department of Parole and Probation at 775-684-2644.