LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — Henderson police are investigating a shooting near Coral Academy in Henderson on Monday night.
According to an initial report, police responded to the scene of the shooting at approximately 3:40 a.m. in the 10 block of Cadence Crest Parkway. Police say a preliminary investigation revealed that a window of the building was shattered, but there were no reported injuries.
A statement from the school also revealed that three windows were damaged, though authorities believe the shooting was not "directed toward any person."
Administrators say the situation is currently under investigation, but students will be able to return to school on Tuesday.
"Armed safety personnel is present on campus for additional security," an email from administrators reads. "The Henderson Police Department will also monitor our school, and the campus will remain in soft lockdown today. Any in-person meetings scheduled for today are canceled, and visitors will not be allowed to enter the building."
Read the full statement sent to families from administrators at Coral Academy Cadence below:
We regret to inform you of an event that occurred last night while all students and staff members were out of the building. The campus was shot multiple times in random places. Three windows were damaged. Authorities were contacted, and an investigation has already begun. Authorities informed us that the shooting at the building was not directed toward any person; therefore, students may return to school today. Armed safety personnel is present on campus for additional security. The Henderson Police Department will also monitor our school, and the campus will remain in soft lockdown today. Any in-person meetings scheduled for today are canceled, and visitors will not be allowed to enter the building. Our student and staff safety is our top priority.
