From Tribune staff reports
CLAY, Ala.–A Clay-Chalkville High School student was taken into custody by the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office on Wednesday after bringing a gun to school, according to JEFCOED spokesperson John Huddleston.
“We had a student bring a firearm to Clay-Chalkville High School today,” Huddleston said. “To our knowledge that person never took the weapon out or threatened anyone with it.”
According to officials, another individual who found out about the weapon reported it to the proper authorities. The school resource officer immediately took possession of the firearm and took the student into custody.
“We appreciate the individual that reported the information and followed the proper protocols and procedures,” Huddleston said. “We also appreciate our School Resource Officers and the Jefferson County Sheriff’s office for their quick response in dealing with the situation.”
