A reported shooting situation at Westwood Hills Elementary School in Waynesboro, Virginia, has been brought under control, the Augusta County Sheriff’s Office said.
Waynesboro Public Schools said Wednesday morning on social media that every Westwood student, teacher and staff member had been accounted for and was safe. The district also said students were being reunited with their families at a designated site while a temporary lockdown remained in place.
Shortly after noon, about two hours after the incident was first reported, the district announced that lockdowns across all Waynesboro schools had been lifted.
School officials thanked families for their patience and cooperation throughout the emergency response, adding that all Westwood students had been released to their parents or guardians.
Emergency crews and law enforcement officers responded Wednesday morning to a reported shooting at Westwood Hills Elementary School in Waynesboro, Virginia.
The district said law enforcement officers were present at all school locations as a precaution and urged parents to follow instructions from school staff and police. Officials reiterated that all students, teachers and staff were safe.
Authorities asked the public to stay away from the area around Westwood Hills Elementary School while investigators continued their work.
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Officials responded to a reported shooting at Westwood Hills Elementary School in Waynesboro, Va., on Sept. 2, 2026. (WHSV)
No additional details about possible injuries or a suspect were immediately released, but local reports have indicated just one adult was injured.
“I am monitoring the emergency at Westwood Hills Elementary School this morning,” Democratic Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger wrote on X. “My heart is with these young students, their parents and families, and the teachers and staff at the school.
“Thank you to the first responders who are assisting at the scene. Augusta County and Waynesboro law enforcement and schools are continuing to provide updated guidance to community members.”
Democratic Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones posted support services for students and staff will be available.
“My office is in contact with local authorities in Waynesboro and Augusta and stands ready to offer support and resources as needed,” he wrote on X just before noon. “The safety of our children, teachers, and staff is paramount in this moment. Thank you to the first responders and law enforcement on the scene.”
