Unloaded Gun Found at Kellogg School

An unloaded gun was found in a student’s book bag at Kellogg Elementary School on Tuesday.

In an email blast to residents, Ald. Matt O’Shea (19th) said a student at the K-8 grammar school spotted an unloaded revolver in the student’s book bag and told school administrators.

“I talked to police and CPS student safety. Both did a tremendous job of getting to school and getting the situation under control,” O’Shea said. “The student did not wave the gun or display it. Kids were not in harm’s way.”

Police and the school security were immediately on the scene and removed the youngster from the building at 9241 S. Leavitt St.

The student was detained and processed by the Chicago Police Department.

“I believe that weapon belongs to the student’s parent, who works in law enforcement,” O’Shea said.

A police investigation is underway.