TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — Safford schools in nearby Graham County were put on lockdown Friday morning after information was received that a student was in possession of a firearm at Safford High School, according to the Safford Police Department. After a full search of the high school was completed, no evidence was recovered.
Investigators also examined of surveillance video and conducted interviews and determined the reported incident, which was based on two social media posts, could not be corroborated.
At 8:39 am, officers from the Safford Police Department, Thatcher Police Department, Pima Police Department, Graham County Sheriff and Arizona Department of Public Safety responded to Safford High School in reference to a report of a student on campus carrying a handgun. Upon responding to the school, Officers placed the High School on a lockdown status. As part of protocol, surrounding schools and day cares were also placed on lockdown.
One social media post between students stated that an unidentified person in the male restroom was heard cycling a gun and removing their clothing. A secondary post was made stating that an additional student had witnessed the unidentified person with the handgun earlier in the morning.
All Safford schools were released at their normally scheduled time. Safford Police are continuing their investigation at this time.
