Authorities discovered a body at Jefferson High School in San Antonio on Friday morning.
SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Fire Department confirmed that a body was found at Jefferson High School Friday morning.
Parents and students reported seeing several SAPD and school resource officers at the campus during school dropoff around 7:30 a.m.
Joe Arrington with the San Antonio Fire Department confirmed that a body was found on the campus. They did not say the age of the person or if it was a man or a woman.
A KENS 5 crew is on the scene and working to gather more information.
Jefferson High School sent this letter to parents regarding the incident:
“We want to make you aware that there was police activity on our property this morning for an incident unrelated to the school. Our students were safe at all times and there was no threat to any student or staff member as a result of this incident.
We took extra care to ensure students were not affected, and we also provided time for those who may have witnessed the ongoing activity to talk about it, if they wished to do so.
Student safety is a top priority at SAISD schools. We want to keep families informed of situations, and the care we provide to our community, as soon as we are able. We thank you for your support and understanding.”
This is a developing story and further details will be added as they are received. Check back to this article for updates.