Officers were called at 11:29 a.m. on Tuesday, April 29, to Blake High School in Montgomery County, where the situation unfolded, according to Montgomery County Police.
The firearm was quickly located, and a 19-year-old student was detained. No injuries were reported.
Investigators determined that there was a fight in the school parking lot, during which, a handgun fell to the ground.
Shortly after the fight a teen arrived at an area hospital with a gunshot wound. Police say he was involved in the initial altercation.
School officials placed Blake High School in a “hold status,” limiting movement inside the building while police secured the scene.
Authorities have not released details about how the student obtained the weapon or whether charges are pending.
There is no word on whether the firearm was loaded.
The investigation remains ongoing.
More information is expected to be released.
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