CATASAUQUA, Pa. — A student was found to be in possession of a firearm at a charter school building, Catasauqua Police said Tuesday.
Police were dispatched to Innovative Arts Academy, 330 Howertown Road, about 2 p.m. Tuesday on a report of a student with a gun, according to a police release.
"School officials secured the firearm prior to police notification," the release said.
Responding officers took possession of the firearm.
The investigation continues, but officials said there is no threat to the public or school community.
Innovative Arts Academy shared a statement on its website, saying the school values safety and "the situation is under control."
"Our internal protocols and training identified this situation quickly and avoided a potentially more serious situation," the statement says. "Per police investigation, it appears as though there was no intent, nor was anyone in imminent danger. We will continue to ensure a safe learning environment for our students and staff."
Police said they would not comment further on the incident.
