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Weapon found at Clarkston High School leads to 2 arrests, lockdown

Clarkston High School

DEKALB COUNTY, GA — Clarkston High School in DeKalb County has gone into lockdown on Thursday after reports of two students with a weapon on campus.

In a letter sent to parents, the school says all students and staff are safe.

The two students involved have been arrested and will face appropriate legal and disciplinary consequences, officials said.

This is a developing story. Stay with WSB Radio News for updates.

Here is the full letter sent to parents by the school’s principal Dr. Shavonne Charles:

Clarkston HS Parents/Guardians,

“I am writing to inform you that this afternoon, school staff and the DeKalb County School District (DCSD) Police responded to reports of two students with a weapon on campus. We immediately went into a school lockdown.

Please be assured that all students and staff are safe. The two students have been arrested and will face appropriate legal and disciplinary consequences related to this incident.

We commend the swift actions taken by our staff and DCSD Police in handling this situation promptly and professionally. As always, we encourage students and families to continue to use our highly effective practice of “See Something, Say Something” by telling a parent/guardian or staff member any time they suspect there may be an unsafe situation at school.

We thank you for your continued trust in our school and remain committed to keeping our students and staff safe. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me or any of the administrators at Clarkston High School.

As always, thank you for your understanding, support, and continued involvement in your child’s education and the Clarkston High School community."