HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Police released the information they know at this time about the incidents at Hutchinson Middle School 7.
At approximately 10:15 p.m. Thursday, Hutchinson Police Department officers were notified of an incident where a student pointed a firearm at another student while at school at Hutchinson Middle School 7 earlier in the day. Officers immediately attempted to locate the suspect but were unsuccessful.
The police department and USD 308 school officials worked together to ensure the safety of all students and staff. Friday morning, uniformed and plain clothes officers were stationed at the school and the student was contacted upon his arrival. A search of his backpack revealed a loaded firearm, and the student was taken into custody. Due to the victim and suspect being twelve years of age, their names will not be released.
Based on the information police have now there is no evidence the student intended to conduct a mass shooting, but this is an ongoing investigation.
Hutchinson Police are asking anyone who may have information in reference to this incident to call Crime Stoppers of Reno County at 1-800-222-TIPS, the Hutchinson Police Department at 620-694-2834, or use your P3Tips App on your smartphone.