Student found with handgun at Asheville Middle School, swiftly taken into custody

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (HERE NEWS) —

A student was found with a handgun at Asheville Middle School on Thursday, school officials said.

A message to parents said it was an isolated incident, and once the handgun was found authorities were notified. Asheville police took the student into custody.

Parents were notified of the incident in a letter from principal Jo Landreth, who said the situation was handled swiftly, so there was no need to place the school on lockdown.

“We are incredibly grateful that no one was hurt, and the safety and well-being of our students, staff, and school community remain my highest priority. This incident serves as a critical reminder of our collective vigilance and cooperation in maintaining a safe learning environment for our children,” Landreth said in the letter.

School Safety Reminders

In the letter to parents, principal Jo Landreth urged families to engage in open dialogues with their children about the significance of safety in school.

Landreth emphasized the importance of speaking up when witnessing or suspecting any behavior that could threaten safety within the school or the safety of others.

“In light of today’s events, I urge you to engage in open dialogues with your children about the significance of safety and the role each of us plays in protecting our community. Please discuss the importance of speaking up when they witness or suspect any behavior that could threaten their safety or the safety of others,” Landreth stated.

The school administration also highlighted the collective effort and cooperation required to maintain a safe learning environment for all students.

According to reports, no injuries were reported in connection with the incident, and the student was immediately taken into custody without further incident.

Additional details regarding the student involved and the circumstances leading to the discovery of the handgun were not immediately available.

Law enforcement authorities in Asheville are reportedly conducting an investigation into the incident to determine the motives behind the student’s possession of the firearm on school grounds.

Asheville Middle School has pledged to continue prioritizing the safety and security of its students and staff to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.

Community Response

The incident at Asheville Middle School has prompted discussions among community members and parents about school safety and the importance of maintaining vigilance to ensure the well-being of students.

Local authorities have assured the community that measures are being taken to address the situation and provide a safe learning environment for all students in the Asheville area.

Parents and guardians are encouraged to remain proactive in communicating with their children about school safety protocols and the significance of reporting any concerning behavior to school authorities.

Further updates on the incident at Asheville Middle School are expected to be provided as the investigation progresses.

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