A fight involving several students at Scotland High School in Laurinburg was swiftly halted by school staff Monday morning, ensuring the situation was quickly under control.
Incident Details
The altercation, which occurred early on Monday, involved around five to six students, according to Laurinburg Assistant Police Chief Chris Young. Thanks to the prompt action of the school’s faculty and staff, the situation was contained before it could escalate further.
Despite the disturbance, the school administration has reassured the public that classes are continuing as usual. “The situation was handled effectively, and the school day proceeded without any further disruptions,” said Young.
Parent Concerns
Some parents expressed their concerns to local news stations after hearing about the incident. Many voiced their relief upon learning that the fight had been controlled quickly by the staff. Parents appreciated the swift response, acknowledging the efforts made to ensure the safety of students.
In an effort to address these concerns, ABC15 reached out to Scotland County Schools for additional information. A spokesperson from the school district stated that no further details would be provided beyond the official comments made by Chief Young.
School’s Response
The school has emphasized that it is taking appropriate disciplinary measures to address the students involved in the fight. The situation remains under review by school officials, but they assured the community that such incidents would be managed according to district protocols.
At this point, Scotland High School is functioning as normal, with no further disruptions reported.
