Student caught with gun at Geeter K-8 School

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A student at a Memphis Shelby County School was caught with a gun on school property Thursday morning, police say.

Around 8:40 a.m., officers responded to Geeter Middle School at 4649 Horn Lake Road regarding a student with a gun. The weapon was taken and the student was removed from the school, according to MSCS.

Memphis Police say no injuries were reported.

At this time, the student’s age is not available but MSCS says “appropriate disciplinary actions” have been taken.

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The school district released the following statement,

“This morning, we received a report regarding a student at Geeter K-8 in possession of a handgun. Our school resource officer and leaders acted swiftly to address the situation. We encourage all parents and guardians to check their students’ backpacks before they come to school each day. It is also important to discuss the serious consequences of bringing any weapon or replica weapon to school. Our priority remains the safety and well-being of all students. We appreciate our community’s support in ensuring a secure learning environment.”

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