CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Charlotte-Mecklenburg School District confirms a gun with ammunition was found on the campus of Independence High School Monday.
According to CMS, the gun was not found inside of the school building, instead, it was found in a wooded area on school property.
Parents received the following message from CMS:
Good morning Independence families, this is Principal Legrand with an important message regarding our school today. As you know the safety of all students and staff is top priority for me and our team. This morning we learned that a weapon with ammunition was found in school grounds. The weapon is in the custody of law enforcement and is part of an active law enforcement investigation. The weapon was not found inside of our school building, instead, it was found in a wooded area on our school property. There was no threat to students or staff. Thank you for your support of Independence High School.
Stay with NBC Charlotte for the latest on this developing story.