MOORHEAD, MINN. – Moorhead Police say a student at Horizon Middle School has been arrested for allegedly bringing an illegal substance onto school property.
The student and the specific details of the case will not be released due to privacy laws, according to police.
The incident didn’t cause disruption to the school day.
“The safety and security of our students is our highest priority,” said Moorhead Area Public Schools Superintendent Brandon Lunak. “Any possession, distribution, or involvement with illegal substances is taken extremely seriously in Moorhead Area Public Schools. Students found to be in violation of law or district policy will face appropriate disciplinary action, up to and including expulsion, and the district will cooperate fully with law enforcement in pursuing prosecution when applicable. We are grateful for the response of the Moorhead Police Department and the quick actions of our staff and students, which ensured there was no impact on students during this incident. We remain firmly committed to maintaining a safe and secure learning environment for all students.”
Moorhead Police and Moorhead Area Public Schools are set to provide further information at Moorhead Police headquarters on Friday morning in a press conference.
