After a bullet was discovered on the grounds of Rosa Fort High School in Tunica County, a lockdown ensued on Wednesday, prompting a thorough investigation by local authorities. The Tunica County Sheriff's Office responded to a call about a single .22-round bullet found near the educational facility, as reported by Action News 5. The lockdown was a precautionary measure while deputies conducted a search of the campus. No further dangerous materials or weapons were located, and the lockdown was subsequently lifted.
Following the incident, Tunica County Sheriff's Office took to social media to remind students and the public of the severe penalties associated with bringing firearms onto school premises. "Any person found with a firearm on a school campus shall be guilty of a felony and fined up to $5,000.00 or sentenced up to 3 years in MDOC custody for an initial conviction. Additionally, a student can be expelled," stated the Tunica County Sheriff's Office in a Facebook post acquired by FOX13 Memphis.
The investigation by Tunica County Sheriff's Office remains active as they seek to understand how the bullet ended up on the school grounds. Tunica County Sheriff's Office has not found any suspects or made any arrests related to the incident at this time. Authorities are encouraging anyone with information to come forward and have assured that tips leading to an arrest might be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000, as highlighted in a report from Darkhorse Press. Community members with any information regarding this incident are urged to contact the Tunica County Sheriff’s Office directly at 662-363-1411 or to provide anonymous tips through Tunica County CrimeStoppers at 662-910-0400.
