GVS student arrested for bringing weapon to school

A Green Valley School student was arrested early Wednesday morning by RCMP after the student was found with a weapon on school property by school staff.

As a precaution, the Grunthal school was put into lockdown. Staff were able to detain the student without incident prior to the arrival of police, who arrested the student when they arrived. The lockdown was lifted after the student was taken into custody and an assessment determined it was safe to do so.

Hanover School Division wouldn’t comment on the age or gender of the student nor what the weapon was citing student privacy and the RCMP investigation.

“Hanover School Division thanks the RCMP for their prompt response and assistance in helping ensure the school community remains safe,” read a HSD press release.

“The division recognizes that incidents like this can be concerning for students, staff, and families. School staff are providing support as needed, and the well-being of our school community remains our top priority.”