Gadsden High School cordoned off after shooting

According to a press release from Gadsden High School, the school is currently on lockdown due to a shooting that occurred outside the school today.

Because the school year ended the day before, no students were on campus and no staff were injured. Police are on site and handling the situation, and the school is cooperating fully with the investigation. The school is asking the public to avoid the area so emergency responders can work effectively. We will provide updates as more information becomes available.

“Our thoughts are with everyone affected by this incident,” said Travis Dempsey, superintendent of the school district. “We are committed to the safety of our students and staff and will continue to work closely with law enforcement.”

This is an evolving story.