A firearm was found inside a box of Halloween candy at a Washington DC early education center on Thursday, October 29, prompting a police investigation after a staff member discovered the weapon while preparing treats for students ahead of Halloween .
Police investigation underway
No students came into contact with the firearm and no injuries were reported, school officials said. The department has not announced any arrests in connection with the discovery. Families were also notified about the incident. They secured the weapon before contacting the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD). The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the incident.
The incident took place at KIPP DC Grow Academy’s Shaw Campus in the 400 block of P Street, Northwest. School staff discovered the gun while preparing to distribute candy, according to a report by FOX 5 DC. Police responded to the school at approximately 2:50 pm on Thursday after receiving a report about the incident.
The incident is under investigation, according to the report.
