Police descend on Wilmer-Hutchins High School in Dallas after reported active shooter

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Law enforcement officials descended upon Wilmer–Hutchins High School in Dallas, Texas on Tuesday afternoon after reports of an active shooter.

Just after 1 p.m. CT, police received a call about an active shooter at the high school, according to Fox 4.

Sources told the news outlet that a 17-year-old had been injured via gunfire. Their condition is unknown.

It is unclear at this time if any other students or faculty have been injured.

The Dallas Independent School District said police were responding “to a shooting incident” at the high school and safety protocols were implemented.

“We are asking everyone to refrain from coming to the campus. Reunification plans will be shared shortly,” the Dallas Independent School District said.

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