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Gilbert High homecoming dance ends short after reports of gun on campus

Sep 18, 2022, 3:00 PM

(Facebook Photo/Gilbert High School)...

(Facebook Photo/Gilbert High School)

(Facebook Photo/Gilbert High School)

PHOENIX — The Gilbert High School homecoming dance was interrupted Saturday evening after police received reports of a possible firearm on campus, authorities said.

Students were on campus when police were told a person with a gun was seen at the school, the Gilbert Police Department said in a social media post.

No firearms were found at the campus and there were no injuries.

Students were released to return home or were picked up by parents.

The investigation remains ongoing.

No additional information was available.

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Gilbert High homecoming dance ends short after reports of gun on campus