Police responded to a shooting Tuesday afternoon at Wilmer-Hutchins High School in Dallas.
The Dallas Independent School District (ISD) said the school was “secured” in an update shared just after 2 p.m.
A 17-year-old was shot in the leg, according to reporting by FOX 4 Dallas.
The shooting happened at about 1:25 p.m., according to a statement from Dallas ISD.
A shooting happened at Wilmer-Hutchins High School in Dallas on Tuesday. (KDFW)
“Safety protocols have been implemented, and we are asking everyone to refrain from coming to the campus,” according to the statement.
As of 3:30 p.m., parents and guardians were allowed to reunify with their students at Eagles Stadium, according to the school district.
Officials asked parents to be prepared to arrive with a photo ID.
“We understand this is a difficult time and ask for your patience,” the district wrote in an X post. “Counselors are on site and available.”
Video showed a number of first responders, including police, fire and paramedics on the scene.
There was a shooting at the high school nearly a year ago, prompting the use of metal detectors and clear backpacks, according to FOX 4.
Dallas ISD did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment.
