Following a report of an assault rifle in the parking garage, Salem Hospital temporarily went into lockdown.

 Parked in the garage of the hospital. The hospital's main campus, 890 Oak Street SE, Building A, is where the incident took place.

Officers reacted right away to a report of a potential handgun in a car parked in the hospital's garage, according to Salem Police Department officials. While the report was being looked into, more law enforcement units secured the surrounding area and the hospital was put on lockdown out of caution.

While cops searched the car and the surrounding area, patients, guests, and employees were told to stay inside.

Following a thorough examination, authorities found no weapon and concluded there was no genuine danger. Although they take all such allegations seriously, the Salem Police Department stated that there was no proof to back up the caller's allegation that there was an assault rifle in the van.

A police representative stated, "Officers acted quickly to ensure everyone's safety at Salem Hospital." "A thorough search turned up no threats or firearms. After the scene was judged secure, the lockdown was removed.

Later in the afternoon, the hospital reported that things were back to normal.

In a brief statement, Salem Hospital expressed gratitude to its employees and patients for their cooperation throughout the lockdown:

"The security of our patients, guests, and staff is our first concern. We appreciate everyone at our facilities for calmly and effectively adhering to safety protocols, as well as the Salem Police Department's prompt reaction.

The Salem Police Department stated that the investigation into the report's origin is still ongoing, however they did not provide any information about the caller.

Visitors and employees were alarmed by the brief lockdown, and several shared updates on social media as things developed. While some commended the prompt and competent police reaction, others recounted frightening moments as the facility entered lockdown.

Police stressed that there was no continuing threat to the public, and by late afternoon, regular hospital activities had resumed.

Salem Hospital, 890 Oak St SE Building A, Salem, OR is the address.

The caller claimed seeing an assault rifle in a van.

Lockdown was implemented in response, and hospital security and SPD looked into it.

Result: Lockdown removed; no danger or weapon discovered;;;;

Status: No arrests or injuries have been recorded; the investigation is ongoing.

Although the rumor proved to be baseless, authorities emphasized that these procedures are essential to guaranteeing patient safety in medical facilities.

The Salem Police spokeswoman stated, "We would rather react fast and find nothing than risk not responding at all." "The safety of the public will always come first."