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Shots fired in East River High School parking lot, district says; no injuries reported

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — No injuries were reported following gunfire in the parking lot of East River High School, according to the school district.

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The gunfire happened after school dismissal, according to a district spokesperson.

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“Law enforcement and school administration immediately responded and are investigating,” the district said. “All students and staff are safe.”

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Adam Poulisse joined WFTV in November 2019.