The Hazelwood School District, along with the Hazelwood Police Department is investigating how a bullet showed up at Hazelwood West Middle School (HWMS).

"This afternoon, it was brought to my attention that a student in the 6th grade hallway found a single bullet," said HWMS Principal Tony Brooks in an email to parents. "There was nothing else accompanying the bullet."

A student found the bullet in the 6th grade hallway. The district searched all lockers in the area it was found.

To address the issue, Brooks said administration:

• Investigated anyone who was believed could be linked to bringing the bullet
• Searched all lockers in the vicinity of the lockers where it was found
• Will continue detailed searches throughout the entire school Tuesday
• Took statements from individuals who could possibly provide information
• Searched video footage to try and locate who may have brought it on campus
• Will permanently place a security officer in the atrium for visibility

"At this point, we believe this is an isolated incident and that we do not have anything on campus to serve as a threat to our student body or the faculty," Brooks said. "Our priority is to provide a safe environment that is conducive to learning."

Brooks asks any parents with questions to call him at 314-953-7888.