Westwood Hills Elementary School in Waynesboro, Virginia, was evacuated Wednesday morning following reports of a shooting incident. Law enforcement arrived at the scene shortly after 10 a.m. in response to an active shooter alert.
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) Washington confirmed its agents were responding to the reported shooting. The Waynesboro Police Department and Augusta County Sheriff’s Department were also involved.
A reunification center for students and families was set up at the nearby Westminster Presbyterian Church. At the time of reporting, there were no updates on potential casualties. The school's evacuation was prompted by the reported shooting, leading to a significant law enforcement presence around the campus.