Beecher Police Investigate Report of Weapon at Elementary School, Find Lighter Instead

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Beecher, IL – Beecher Police responded to Beecher Elementary School on Monday after reports of a possible weapon on campus.

School administrators contacted police immediately after hearing concerns about a student bringing a weapon. Police and school staff investigated the incident and determined the item in question was a lighter resembling a firearm.

According to a statement from Beecher Community School District 200U Superintendent Dr. Gaham, the investigation confirmed no weapon or threat was present. “Through a collaborative effort with police, the it was found to be a look alike weapon that was a lighter. The school deemed no serious risk to students or staff,” the statement read.

Authorities emphasized that at no point was there any danger to the public or school community. 

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