Westwood Hills Elementary School evacuated as police swarm school after ‘shooting incident’ reported
Anthony Blair | Sep. 2, 2026 | 12:11 p.m. ETCops swarmed an elementary school in Virginia after a shooting was reported on Wednesday morning.
Officers rushed to Westwood Hills Elementary School in Waynesboro, roughly 95 miles northwest of Richmond, after reports arose around 10 a.m.
One adult was injured, but all children are safe, WAVY reported, citing an official who responded to the scene.
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives confirmed that its Washington division was “responding to a reported shooting incident” at the school.
A heavy police presence is seen around Westwood Hills Elementary School on Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026, in Waynesboro.
USA TODAY Network via Reuters ConnectThe Augusta County Sheriff’s Office said the scene was “contained and secured” in an update.
“For the safety of students, families, school personnel, and first responders, the public is asked to continue avoiding the immediate area until further notice,” read the statement to WRIC.
Waynesboro Police Department said it was managing a “critical incident” at the school.
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger took to social media following the shooting and confirmed she is “monitoring the emergency.” . . .
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