Lehi High School Shooting – On Thursday afternoon, Lehi High School in Lehi, Utah, was placed on lockdown after a handgun was discovered in a student’s parked vehicle. The incident occurred around 12:15 p.m. when a school parking lot attendant spotted what appeared to be a handgun inside a car and immediately reported the sighting to school administrators. In response, the school swiftly contacted the Lehi Police Department and initiated a precautionary lockdown to protect students and staff.
Law enforcement arrived on the scene shortly afterward and successfully located the vehicle in question. Officers recovered the firearm without incident, but the student associated with the car was not present on campus at the time. This absence raised concerns, though police have stated there was no evidence of an active threat. Officials have not confirmed whether the weapon was loaded or if it was brought with any harmful intent. Nonetheless, the investigation remains active.
Sgt. Michael Evans, spokesperson for the Lehi Police Department, assured the public that the response was quick and effective. “Our officers responded quickly to the scene and were able to secure the weapon without incident,” he said. “At this time, there is no indication that anyone at the school was in immediate danger.” Authorities continue to search for the student and are considering possible criminal charges depending on the findings of the investigation.
The lockdown lasted approximately one hour, during which students remained secured in their classrooms and teachers adhered to established emergency protocols. No injuries or altercations were reported. Parents were notified through the school’s emergency alert system and were advised to avoid the campus during the incident. While many parents expressed concern, there was also appreciation for the quick and coordinated response from school officials and law enforcement.
Lehi High School Principal Karen Whitmore issued a statement acknowledging the seriousness of the situation and commending the cooperation of staff and law enforcement. “We are grateful for the swift actions of our staff and the Lehi Police Department,” she said. “We will continue to work closely with authorities to ensure the safety of our school community.”
After the lockdown was lifted, classes resumed later in the day. The school provided counseling services for students and staff affected by the incident and maintained an increased police presence on campus for the remainder of the school day as a precaution.
As of Thursday evening, the identity of the student associated with the firearm had not been released, and it remains unclear whether the weapon was legally owned or how it came to be in the student’s vehicle. Authorities are requesting the public’s assistance in locating the student or providing any relevant information related to the firearm.
In the aftermath, school officials reiterated their commitment to student safety and indicated that safety protocols and procedures would be reviewed and updated as necessary in response to the event. The situation underscores the ongoing need for vigilance and swift action in ensuring a secure educational environment.
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