TUCSON, Ariz. (TLNA) — Authorities conducted a search and lockdown at Mountain View High School in Pima County on Wednesday, April 3, after receiving reports of suspicious activity. Despite initial concerns, no weapons were found during the incident.

Incident Details

The Pima County Sheriff’s Department (PCSD) responded to a report suggesting that a male student at Mountain View High School was in possession of a weapon inside his backpack, and was reportedly in a bathroom at the time. Deputies swiftly located and detained the suspect, but upon investigation, no weapon was discovered on him or in his vicinity.

Safety Check and Lockdown

Following the detainment of the student, PCSD conducted a thorough safety check of the school premises to ensure there were no other potential suspects or weapons present. As a precautionary measure, the school initiated lockdown procedures until the area was deemed safe. Normal operations at the school resumed once the safety check was completed.

Previous Incidents in Southern Arizona

The incident at Mountain View High School marks the second case involving a potentially armed student in southern Arizona within the same week. Additionally, it is the fourth incident prompting a lockdown in the area over the past two months.

1. Sahuarita Middle School Incident: On Monday, a 12-year-old student from Sahuarita Middle School was arrested for allegedly bringing a weapon onto campus.
2. Walden Grove High School Swatting Call: On March 1, a likely “swatting” call led to a lockdown at Walden Grove High School in Sahuarita.
3. Sahuarita High School Evacuation: On Feb. 29, Sahuarita High School was evacuated due to the discovery of a suspicious device in the boys’ bathroom. Subsequently, a 15-year-old student was arrested in connection with the incident.

Conclusion

The incident at Mountain View High School underscores the importance of swift and thorough responses to reports of suspicious activity within educational institutions. While no weapons were found in this instance, it serves as a reminder of the ongoing need for vigilance and security measures to ensure the safety of students and staff. For more local news updates, download The Local News App.

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