Student brought handgun to school in Thomasville

UPDATE 5:30 p.m.

Thomasville police released more details about the incidents Thursday. Watch the raw video of the interview by clicking play below.

Thomasville Police Explain How Student Was Caught Bringing a Gun to School

ORIGINAL STORY:

Shortly after 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, Thomasville City Schools confirmed that a student had brought a handgun onto school property. In a statement posted on Facebook, TCS wrote, “An incident was reported in which a student informed the principal that another student was in possession of a handgun on school property. The principal acted quickly and worked with the School Resource Officer (SRO) and local law enforcement. The handgun was safely recovered and the student involved was taken into custody by police.”

The school district said all students were safe and no one was injured. In the Facebook post, TCS also wrote: “During this time, all students remained in their classrooms until it was confirmed it was safe to return to their regular activities.”

TCS thanked the students for their trust in the administration and SRO at MacIntyre Park Middle School. They also thanked the Thomasville Police Department for their quick response.

Just before 2 p.m. Thursday, Thomasville Police confirmed, “We currently have officers on scene at MacIntyre Park Middle School in response to a report that a student was in possession of a firearm. At this time, the firearm has been recovered, the juvenile has been arrested, and there are no reports of threats or injuries. Our officers are currently speaking with school staff and any curfews imposed by the school system will be lifted at their discretion.”