McKinney ISD bars student from district after gun found on campus
A recently enrolled student was detained on Wednesday after Evolv scanners detected a firearm at the main entrance.
By Vikram Harrison ·
McKinney Independent School District announced on Wednesday that a student will not return to the district following an incident at McKinney High School. The student was arrested by the McKinney Police Department after being found with a gun on the campus.
The student arrived late to the school and entered through the designated main entrance. Evolv weapons detection systems alerted campus officials to a potential security threat at that point. Personnel responded to the alert and discovered the student possessed a firearm. The student was detained immediately, and the weapon was recovered.
McKinney ISD stated the student had recently enrolled in the district. Officials confirmed the student will not return to any McKinney ISD campus after this incident. The district did not identify the student in its communication to parents.
The McKinney Police Department is investigating the incident. District officials noted that weapons are strictly prohibited on all campuses. They stated that violations of this policy are taken seriously.
In a statement, officials emphasized that the Evolv systems are designed to identify threats before they fully enter schools. They described the safety of students and staff as the district's highest priority. Officials also thanked campus personnel and law enforcement partners for their swift response.
The statement further acknowledged the support of families in maintaining a safe learning environment. The district said the incident demonstrates the importance of the security measures currently in place.
