The Rio Rancho Police Department is investigating a potential incident at Rio Rancho High School. (Gregory Hasman/Observer)
Rio Rancho High School went into a lockout Thursday morning after reports of a suspicious vehicle inside the parking lot and possible weapons.
The Rio Rancho Police Department responded to a call of a male student who allegedly pointed a gun at other people in the school’s parking lot. Officers later learned that the firearm in question was a toy gun, RRPD Lt. Jacquelynn Reedy said.
No damage or injuries were reported.
The school implemented a lockout earlier in the day, which has since been lifted.
“The safety of our students and staff is a top priority,” a school statement reads.
Officers will do a follow-up with the school and with parents.
