Police Remove Gun From Herberg Student's Locker
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Police were called to Herberg Middle School in Pittsfield to remove a gun from a student's locker on Friday morning. |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Pittsfield police removed a small caliber pistol from a locker at Herberg Middle School on Friday morning.
The weapon was not loaded, but did have a clip with bullets beside it. had a magazine in the gun but there were no bullets in the chamber. (Superintendent Jason McCandless on Monday corrected the information first given to the press from the mayor's office on Friday.)
Police were called after a student reported to a teacher that another student had a gun in the school building.
A search was conducted by the school administration, with assistance from the school resource officer, David Orsi. The weapon was removed immediately by the Pittsfield Police Department.
"Officer Orsi was able to quickly secure the weapon and to place the student in custody," said Pittsfield Police Chief Michael Wynn. "As always, we appreciate public cooperation with ongoing investigations and encourage residents to report any suspicious or concerning information.”
“We have safety protocols in place at all schools and practice them regularly," said Jason McCandless, Pittsfield Public Schools's superintendent. "As always, we are collaborating with the Pittsfield Police. We are thankful for our strong relationship and support from the city of Pittsfield and from our Pittsfield families, and will continue to keep them informed.”
The Herberg administration is working with the Pittsfield Police Department to further investigate the matter. Families are encouraged to partner with the school administration regarding any information that could be of assistance to help continue to maintain a safe and secure environment.
“Principal Coleman and her staff followed Pittsfield Public School safety protocol to the letter," Mayor Daniel Bianchi said. "School administration, including our school resource officer, and Pittsfield Police effectively took all appropriate measures to efficiently address the situation and safeguard the school community. I am confident in Dr. McCandless’s leadership and the professionalism of school staff as we continue to collaborate with community partners.”
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