Authorities ruled out a shooting incident at Isulan National High School after a loud noise reported within the school premises sparked concern among students, teachers, and the community.
Sultan Kudarat Governor Datu Pax Ali Mangudadatu, clarified that no shooting incident occurred at the school, citing a report from the Sultan Kudarat Provincial Police Office (SKPPO).
“As per the report of the Sultan Kudarat Provincial Police Office (SKPPO), we would like to clearly assure the public that THERE WAS NO SHOOTING INCIDENT at Isulan National High School,” Mangudadatu’s statement read.
The clarification came after a loud sound was reportedly heard in the area, prompting authorities to conduct an investigation to determine its source.
Initial findings indicated that the sound was not caused by a firearm and was likely associated with faulty electrical wiring.
“The reported loud sound was not caused by a firearm and was likely due to faulty electrical wiring. No ammunition was found in the area during the investigation”, Mangudadatu said.
During the investigation, authorities reported that no ammunition was found in the area, further supporting the police report that no shooting had taken place.
Isulan NHS School Principal Dr. Lorely Anne Valencia likewise denied reports of a shooting or hostage-taking incident at the campus.
“Wala pong shooting incident, wala rin pong mga hostage taking,” Valencia said, assuring the public that the situation was under control.
The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) is now conducting an assessment of the school to determine whether an electrical wiring problem caused the reported sound.
School officials and authorities immediately implemented appropriate safety protocols to ensure the protection of students, teachers, and other school personnel.
The Municipal Government of Isulan, in coordination with peace and security authorities, is also securing and maintaining the area while the assessment continues.
Mangudadatu assured parents and the public that the situation is under control and emphasized that the safety and well-being of students and teachers remain a priority.
Authorities likewise urged the public to remain calm and obtain information only from official and verified sources, particularly as reports surrounding the incident continue to circulate.
“We assure all parents and the public that the situation is under control. Please remain calm and rely only on official and verified information from the concerned authorities,” Mangudadatu said in his statement.
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