Two Benton students have been arrested after a situation involving guns being brought to school.

The St. Joseph School District said it is working with the St. Joseph Police Department regarding the situation at Benton High School.

This afternoon, Benton High School Parents received a ParentLink alert phone call from the district alerting them to the ongoing police investigation. At this time, police have arrested 2 Benton students after it was revealed that guns were stolen by one student and brought to school for the purpose of exchanging them with another student. The district said police do not feel at any time there was an intent to harm Benton students or staff. It said police officers took swift action and arrested the students, as this is a violation of the Safe Schools Act.

“We are thankful for the safe outcome of this situation and thank the police department for their quick actions that kept our Benton Cardinal family safe,” said Joey Austin, Dir. of Communications. “The safety of all of our students is a top priority and we take each concern of student and staff safety seriously.”

The district said students are encouraged to talk to the police or Benton staff members with any additional information regarding this situation.