Gun found in student’s car at Hamilton Southeastern High School

Student not believed to have had violent intentions

By PARKER CARLSON
WISH-TV | wishtv.com

School administrators uncovered a gun inside of a student’s car at Hamilton Southeastern High School.

A message was sent to parents about the gun being found during a search Wednesday morning.

Hamilton Southeastern Superintendent Pat Mapes said they do not believe the student had any intentions of using the gun for violence. “However, this situation is being taken with the utmost seriousness,” Mapes said.

The incident was reported to the school administration which prompted the search of the student’s car. After the gun was found, the school resource officer and Fishers police were notified and the weapon was confiscated.

The student may face legal consequences as well as from the school district.

“This incident is also a critical reminder of the importance of ‘See Something, Say Something.’ We strongly encourage students, staff and families to report any concerns regarding safety to school administration or law enforcement. By working together, we can help ensure a secure learning environment for all,” Mapes said.

HSE Schools’ full statement

Dear HSE Families,

Ensuring the safety and well-being of our students and staff remains our top priority. With that in mind, we want to inform you about an incident that was brought to our attention and promptly addressed at Hamilton Southeastern High School.

This morning, a discipline investigation led to a search of a student’s car by school administration in which a firearm was discovered. The School Resource Officer (SRO) was immediately notified, and along with Fishers Police, the weapon was confiscated. 

At this time, we do not believe the student was in possession of the weapon to carry out an act of violence at school. However, this situation is being taken with the utmost seriousness. The student will be subject to consequences in accordance with our Student Handbook and may also face legal ramifications.

This incident is also a critical reminder of the importance of “See Something, Say Something.” We strongly encourage students, staff and families to report any concerns regarding safety to school administration or law enforcement. By working together, we can help ensure a secure learning environment for all.

Sincerely,
Pat Mapes
Superintendent

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This story was originally published by WISH-TV at wishtv.com/news/local-news/student-gun-discovered-hse.