UPDATE (1:58 p.m.):
KGUN 9 has obtained the letter sent from Los Niños Elementary principal Ted "T.J." Rodriguez on Wednesday to parents about the incident.
The letter reads:
"I am writing to inform you about an incident that occurred at our school today. Earlier this morning, we discovered that a student brought a weapon on campus. I want to emphasize that there was no immediate threat to the safety of our students or staff.
As soon as the situation was discovered, we took swift and appropriate action, law enforcement was immediately contacted, the student was removed from class and the weapon was seized.
The safety of our students is our top priority, and I want to reassure you that we took every measure to secure our campus and ensure the well-being of everyone involved. I understand that this news may be alarming. We are fully committed to maintaining a safe and supportive environment for all students and all the necessary steps are being taken to prevent similar situations in the future.
Although the incident occurred during school, the instructional day was not disrupted; nor was there a need for a lockdown.
Parents, I urge you to have a conversation with your children about the serious consequences of bringing any type of weapon to school. If you or your child have any concerns or questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to me.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership as we work together to maintain a safe learning environment for all students."
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A 12-year-old student at Los Niños Elementary was cited with two weapons misconduct charges after being found with a gun with no ammunition or magazine, the Pima County Sheriff's Department confirmed.
Around 10 a.m. on Wednesday PCSD responded to allegations of a student with a gun at Los Niños Elementary.
The student was found to be in possession of a handgun, PCSD says. The department said was empty, with no magazine or ammunition.
The juvenile did not make any other threats or indications of a threat to the school, PCSD said.
The department said the investigation is still ongoing.
