Toy gun leads to investigation at Central Bucks Middle School

After a gun was reported on school grounds, the principal said the school team responded immediately and launched an investigation.

May 10, 2024, 10:11 a.m. EDT

BUCKINGHAM TOWNSHIP, Pa. – A report of a weapon that turned out to be a toy gun sparked a response from a school team at a Central Bucks middle school Thursday

In an email to parents, Holicong Principal Kevin T. Shillingford said the school team responded immediately after receiving a report of a weapon on school property. An investigation was launched and it was determined that the reported weapon was a toy gun.

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Buckingham Township Police Officer and School Resource Officer Chris Shaffer assisted the school in its investigation to ensure the safety of students and staff, the principal wrote.

“Although there was no threat in this situation, it is important to remind your students that possession of replica weapons is a violation of our district’s Weapons Policy 218.1 and will have serious consequences if brought onto school property,” wrote Shillingford to parents. “The safety of our students is our primary concern and we appreciate your continued support
to make Holicong a safe place for everyone.”