CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office is on the scene investigating at Rossview Elementary due to reports of a student seeing someone with a gun in the school.
At this time, no threats have been identified and the Sheriff's Office said Rossview High and Middle schools are on Lockout.
According to Rossview, law enforcement has confirmed that no threats have been identified.
"Many families are showing up to the school, and law enforcement has indicated this is creating safety concerns," they said in a statement. "They are asking that any families who are arriving on scene to please go to Lifepoint Church."
The following message was sent to families of Rossview Elementary, Middle, and High students:
Rossview families,
We appreciate law enforcement’s rapid response at Rossview Elementary today. We take every report and rumor seriously. An elementary student reported that they saw a person in all black with a gun at school. Law enforcement has concluded their thorough search and investigation, searching all rooms multiple times and reviewing camera footage, and no threat has been identified. The lockdown and lockouts have been lifted. Out of an abundance of caution, there will be additional law enforcement on campus for the remainder of the day. Additionally, CMCSS is sending additional counselors, social workers, and support staff to the school for students and employees.
We understand how terrifying these situations are for families and that some may choose to pick up their child from school. Rossview Elementary families may check students out at the front of the school. Please have your ID ready. We ask for your patience as there could be delays, but we have additional staff ready to assist with check outs.
We want to reiterate our appreciation for the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office and the Clarksville Police Department for their rapid response and bravery to enter the building with no hesitation to keep our students and employees safe.
