Full Notification

Three Fallbrook High School Students (two 15-year-olds, one 14-year old) are under arrest on suspicion of bringing a loaded gun to school. It is the policy of the Sheriff's Department not to release information about juvenile arrestees.

Deputies were called to the 2400 block of South Stage Coach Lane just after 10:00 a.m. when a student reported seeing a social media post. It showed a photo of a student holding a gun in a school restroom.

Once deputies arrived, the school was placed on lockdown for the safety of the students and staff. The investigation led deputies to students who had information of where the gun might be located. A Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) K-9 specially trained to find weapons was called in to help with the search. The gun was eventually found hidden in a classroom.

After the gun was located, the lockdown was lifted and students were allowed to go home for the day. No one was hurt. The investigation continues and there could be more arrests.

The Sheriff's Department and Fallbrook Sheriff's Substation would like to thank the ATF, Fallbrook High School and Fallbrook Union High School District, as well as the community for their cooperation during this incident.

Remember, if you see something, say something. Anyone with information about the social media post is urged to call the Student Speaking Out Hotline. You can remain anonymous and be eligible for up to a $1,000 reward. Call (888) 580-8477. You can also call the Sheriff's Department at (858) 565-5200.

To receive text or e-mail alerts from Sheriff's Nixle, text your zip code to "888777." Standard text messaging rates will apply. Follow the Sheriff's Department on Twitter: @SDSheriff or Fallbrook Sheriff's Substation: @SDSOFallbrook.


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ORIGINAL MESSAGE
This is the San Diego County Sheriff's Department with a public safety message on Friday, February 3rd.

Deputies from the Fallbrook Substation are investigating reports of a possible gun on the campus of Fallbrook High School in the 2400 block of South Stage Coach Lane. The call came in just after 10:00 a.m. when a student reported seeing a social media post showing a photo of a student with a gun in a school restroom.

Deputies responded and placed the school on lockdown as a precaution. During the investigation, they were able to determine there was a weapon brought on campus. Two students were detained and are being questioned.

Right now, deputies and detectives are actively searching and following up on leads to find the gun and determine who brought it to school. K-9s specially trained in detecting weapons are assisting in the search.

PARENTS: STUDENTS ARE SAFE. THEY ARE NOT IN DANGER. THE STUDENTS WILL BE RELEASED AT THE END OF THE SCHOOL DAY.

Anyone with information about the social media post is urged to call the Student Speaking Out Hotline. You can remain anonymous and be eligible for up to a $1,000 reward. Call (888) 580-8477. You can also call the Sheriff's Department at (858) 565-5200.