DENVER — An East High School student who reportedly brought a gun to campus was detained for a short time while officers investigated the allegation, the school’s principal said in a letter sent to parents Thursday morning.

East High Principal Terita Walker said a student reported their peer to a staff member of the school, who then relayed that information to the district’s Department of Safety.

Officers then entered the classroom where that student was located and escorted him to a private space. The student reportedly resisted, and he was placed in handcuffs. Officers later found a gun in his backpack, according to the principal’s letter.

“I would like to assure you that the safety and well-being of our students is our top priority. We take all threats seriously and members of law en

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