East Ridge High School on Lockdown after a Gun was found on campus.
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UPDATE:
Joseph Mabry, Lake County School Director of Safety and Security, says two students have been taken into custody and are under arrest for.
The charges include firearm by a minor, disruption of a school function, and possession of a weapon on school grounds, according to the Lake County Sheriff’s Office.
According to Marby, the school still remains under lockdown as the investigation nears an end.
ORIGINAL:
Lake County School Director of Safety and Security Joseph Mabry confirms that there was a gun found in the restroom, law enforcement was called, and the gun was secured. A student is being detained, and law enforcement is conducting an investigation.
Mabry says, “Out of an abundance of caution, the school remains on lockdown while the investigation continues. The campus is safe and secure.”
A call went out to parents this morning when the gun was first found and Mabry says they will continue to do the calls as any updates or additional information is received.
This is a developing story, and we will keep you updated on-air and online as we get more information.
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