WESTERVILLE, Ohio (WCMH) — A large altercation at a Westerville school resulted in a lockdown, a BB gun being found, and multiple arrests. 

According to a letter sent to parents, an altercation at Westerville South High School on Tuesday morning involved several students as well as people not affiliated with the school. 

As a result of the fight, several of those not affiliated with the school were arrested, the district’s statement said. The students involved will face punishment at the school as well as possibly face criminal charges. 

Officials placed the school on a “hold” while officials took care of the altercation. During the investigation into the confrontation, a BB gun was found among the belongings of one of those involved, a violation of the district’s weapons policy.

The district said there will be an increased police presence at the school on Wednesday.