OPP seized a replica firearm after a report of a possible weapon at North Hastings High School in Bancroft.
Police say officers responded yesterday after school staff identified a student with an item during a fire drill that appeared to be a firearm. Officers confirmed the item was a cap gun.
The replica was seized, and police conducted a follow-up investigation, confirming there was no ongoing risk to students or staff and no real firearm involved.
A youth was arrested and charged, then released in accordance with the Youth Criminal Justice Act.
Police are reminding the public that imitation firearms can cause fear and will be treated as real until confirmed otherwise.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Bancroft OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
