KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A lockdown issued earlier Monday at Shawnee Mission South High School has been lifted after a student was found in possession of a weapon.
Officers from Overland Park Police and the district were called in to help secure the situation and confiscate the weapon.
An Overland Park police department spokesperson said one person was taken into custody.
"The department appreciates the student reporting this information to keep other students safe," the police spokesperson said.
No injuries were reported.
"I do want to assure you that we are doing everything in our power to maintain SM South as a safe and engaging learning environment," Shawnee Mission South Principal Dr. Todd Dain said in a letter to school stakeholders. "I am proud of our students and staff who navigated a challenging situation with poise and patience. We appreciate your support."
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