MOORHEAD — Police were called to the Alternative Learning Center on Wednesday, Sept. 17, after school officials found a student in possession of a weapon as they were leaving school.

Moorhead Principal Josh Haag sent an email to families around 8:30 p.m., Wednesday, that described the situation as a "safety incident."

Haag said in the email that the weapon was found when a student was leaving the Alternative Learning Center, which is housed in the Career Academy, 2800 27th Ave. S., Moorhead.

There were no threats made toward the school, students or staff, the email said.

Haag said law enforcement was called immediately, and the student was taken into custody without incident.

Haag did not explain what type of weapon was found or if the student may face criminal charges.

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