Lockdown lifted at Falcon Cover Middle following reports of 'possible gun on campus'

Falcon Cove Middle School placed on lockdown

MIAMI - Authorities have given the all-clear at Falcon Cove Middle School in Weston after it was placed on lockdown Friday afternoon, following reports of a gun on campus. 

"BSO has concluded their investigation. No weapon was found. Falcon Cove will begin dismissal procedures with bus riders and walkers. Parent car loop will follow," officials said. 

One student overheard another student saying he had a bag in his backpack, according to school officials. 

Earlier, officials said, "All students and staff are safe. The principal has communicated to the school families that dismissal is delayed until they receive the all-clear from law enforcement."

CBS4 cameras showed students flowing out of the school and boarding school buses. Parents could also be seen picking up their children. 

BSO said the investigation continues. 

The school is located in the 4200 block of Bonaventure Blvd.

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