THIS IS AN UPDATE TO PREVIOUS  NEWS RELEASE
The recovered handgun in the press release was not stolen from the Lebanon Police, but from a resident living in Lebanon on 05/13/2018. The firearm was previously reported to LPD as stolen.

*******UPDATE*******

            Our investigation into the events that led to the Lebanon High School lockdown has progressed.  We have interviewed numerous witnesses and persons of interest.  The investigation revealed that three juveniles were in possession of a single gun, which they passed among themselves while inside the school.  As a result of interviews conducted, the handgun was located (unloaded) at a residence inside of the city limits of Lebanon.  The handgun was reported to be stolen out of Lebanon Police Department.

            The juveniles were taken into custody without incident. With the cooperation of witnesses, persons of interest and their parents, they are currently in protective custody for the following charges: Possession of Firearm or Dangerous Weapon in Public Building or Court Facility, Theft in the First Degree, Disorderly Conduct in the First Degree, Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, and Hindering Prosecution. Additional charges may follow, as this is an active investigation. Because the subjects involved are juveniles, their names will not be released at this time.

            Our investigation remains open and we will be working in cooperation with the Linn County Juvenile Department and the Linn County District Attorney’s Office.

It is important to note that no injuries were reported as a result of this incident.

Please contact Detective Justin Bach 541-258-4328