COLUMBUS – Counselors and psychologists were expected to be on hand at Watkins Memorial High School and Watkins Middle School Monday morning following the shooting death of a high school freshman over the weekend.
In a post on the Southwest Lick School District Facebook page, superintendent Kasey Perkins termed the shooting “a tragic accident.”
Dear SWL Families,
It is with great sadness that I inform you of the loss of a freshman at Watkins Memorial High School, through a tragic accident. It is very difficult for all of us to process the death of a young person. It is sure to raise many emotions, concerns and questions from our community and especially our students.
Monday, a support team of counselors and psychologists from surrounding school districts, will be on hand at the high school and middle school to provide counseling and support to our students.
The district extends our heartfelt and deepest sympathies to the families. We will continue to work with all families and students during this tragedy.
Please respect these families and their privacy through this very difficult time.
Sincerely,
Kasey Perkins
Superintendent
According to a report by WBNS 10-TV, Pataskala police said they first received a call about the shooting on Granville Street around 12:45 a.m. Sunday.
A boy believed to be responsible for the shooting is in custody, police told the television station.