NEWTON – Law enforcement authorities and officials with USD 373 in Newton are investigating a student who brought a BB gun to school.

On Monday, school administration received a tip after school that a specific Slate Creek Elementary student had a gun in a backpack, according to a note sent to parents.

The Newton Police Department was called. The student and backpack were located by police and upon an investigation, a BB gun was discovered in the student’s backpack.

It was not loaded and officials had no indication of any threats made to the school or any individuals in the school.

The school reported appropriate disciplinary procedures would be followed.

No additional details were released.