Shakopee High School Lockdown, Replica Gun Found in Vehicle Prompts Arrests
Shakopee, MN – June 3, 2025 — Shakopee High School was placed on lockdown Tuesday afternoon after a report of a weapon being displayed inside a vehicle on school grounds. The incident, which occurred around 1:40 p.m., led to a swift response from Shakopee police and temporary lockdown measures for the safety of students and staff.
Police Respond to Weapon Report
According to Shakopee Public Schools, law enforcement was notified that a weapon had been seen inside a car in the school’s parking lot. Officers responded immediately, initiating a lockdown that restricted all movement in and out of the building.
As police located the vehicle and detained those involved, a replica firearm was discovered and recovered from the scene. Authorities confirmed that arrests were made, though the exact number of individuals taken into custody has not yet been disclosed.
School Resumes Normal Operations After Incident
The lockdown was lifted by 3:00 p.m., after police determined there was no ongoing threat to students or staff. Dismissal procedures continued as planned, and the school resumed normal end-of-day activities.
The school district and local authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident, but emphasize that the weapon found was not real.
Community Response and Safety Measures
This incident has raised renewed concerns among parents and community members about safety in schools. Shakopee Public Schools stated that their top priority is student safety and praised the quick response by local police. School officials also reminded families that any threat, even involving a replica weapon, is treated with the utmost seriousness.
Authorities are urging anyone with additional information about the incident to contact the Shakopee Police Department.
