A student's replica gun prompts Van Nuys High School lockdown

A student's replica gun prompts Van Nuys High School lockdown
A student's replica gun prompts Van Nuys High School lockdown Photo credit Getty Images

Los Angeles (KNX) - The Los Angeles Police Department responded to Van Nuys High School around 1 p.m. Thursday following reports of a minor with a weapon on campus.

The high school was placed on lockdown as the matter was investigated. Police found the student in question was in possession of a replica firearm.

Hours later, the school resumed normal operations, with all students and staff reported to be safe.

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