Authorities in Vermont are investigating an incident at Pownal Elementary School where a student brought an unloaded 9 mm handgun and 67 rounds of ammunition. Quick actions by fellow students, who reported the threat after seeing a social media message, allowed staff to remove the student and secure the firearm without incident. The Southwest Vermont Supervisory Union assured families that there were no further safety concerns and emphasized the importance of the students' vigilance. The investigation continues, but details about the student's identity remain undisclosed due to the ongoing inquiry.
Their quick thinking helped stop a bad situation before anyone got hurt," Sheriff James Gulley said in a news release.
At this time there is no indication that there are any further safety concerns to the school community," the district's letter stated.
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