A report of a firearm that turned out to be a toy Nerf gun set off "Safe Mode" protocols and prompted a police response at the Boston Latin Academy Friday, according to a letter sent home to families.
The situation started when a parent reported that a student may have a gun on school grounds on Townsend Street around 1:30 p.m., according to the letter from Head of School Gavin Smith. Boston police responded to investigate and the school was placed on "Safe Mode" as a precaution. The protocol lasted about 40 minutes, and during that time students were held, which the letter noted was a requirement in these situations.
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Investigators determined the possible firearm was actually a toy Nerf gun and there was no threat to students or staff. Students were dismissed without further issues.
No other details were immediately available.
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