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Noose spotted under bleachers at Canyon Springs High School

Posted at 7:35 PM, May 10, 2019
and last updated 2019-05-10 22:40:29-04

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — A disturbing incident was caught on video at Canyon Springs High School.

The video shows what appeared to be a noose under the bleachers at the school, located near 5th Street and Alexander Road.

Friday, the Clark County School District released a statement about the situation:

“The safety and well-being of students is Clark County School District’s number one priority. Canyon Springs High School administration received a report of a student in possible distress last week. The staff immediately responded to ensure the safety of the student, who claimed the incident was an inappropriate joke. No injuries were identified, and no other students were involved. All proper procedures were followed, and appropriate parties were contacted in this isolated incident.”