PASCO COUNTY, Fla. – Gulf Highlands Elementary School in Port Richey has resumed normal operations following a brief period of controlled campus status. The heightened security measures were implemented earlier today in response to a report of a suspicious person near the school.
Pasco Sheriff’s deputies conducted a thorough search of the area surrounding the campus but did not locate any suspicious individuals.
PREVIOUS REPORT: Gulf Highlands Elementary School in Port Richey is currently on controlled campus status as Pasco Sheriff’s deputies investigate a report of a suspicious person near the school.
The increased law enforcement presence on campus is a precautionary measure while the investigation is underway.
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School officials are cooperating fully with law enforcement. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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