Loaded Magazine Found In Backpack, Prompts Lockdown At Westinghouse High School

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- A modified lockdown has been lifted a Westinghouse High School after Pittsburgh Public School officials say a loaded magazine was brought on to campus.

According to a district spokesperson, the magazine was found in a student's backpack as he was entering school grounds.

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School officials put the building under modified lockdown while police and a K-9 searched the campus and further investigated.

No other weapons were found.

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School officials say the student will face disciplinary actions in line with the Student Code of Conduct.

Stay with KDKA for the latest on this developing story.

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