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Man charged after driving through school gates

by MAKEILAH LAW
Hagadone News Network | October 16, 2026 11:50 AM

SANDPOINT — Washington Elementary is increasing safety measures after a driver drove through two closed crossing gates Thursday morning. 

No injuries were reported, though children in the playground area watched the scene, and Washington Elementary families were notified of the incident, according to Lake Pend Orielle School District officials. 

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