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Lynchburg Police investigate report of firearm after hours at E.C. Glass High School

Crystal Graham
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A student with a BB gun at E.C. Glass High School in Lynchburg prompted an investigation by police into the incident Tuesday evening.

The Lynchburg Police Department responded to the high school campus at 3:45 p.m. for a tip that a student had a firearm on the property.

Police and school staff quickly identified the student, a juvenile male.

No threats were made, according to police, and there were no injuries in the incident that occurred after normal school hours.

No one has been charged in the incident.

It remains an active and ongoing investigation.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Officer Sacks at (434) 942-7622 or Crime Stoppers at (888) 798-5900.

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Crystal Graham

Crystal Graham

A 1999 graduate of Virginia Tech, Crystal Graham has worked for 25 years as a reporter and editor for several Virginia publications, written a book, and garnered more than a dozen Virginia Press Association awards for writing and graphic design. She was the co-host of "Viewpoints," a weekly TV news show, and co-host of "Virginia Tonight," a nightly TV news show, both broadcast on PBS. Her work on "Virginia Tonight" earned her a national Telly award for excellence in television. You can reach her at [email protected]. Support AFP by signing up for our newsletter and/or powering our work with a one-time or monthly contribution.

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